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‘Adventures in Modern Recording’ by Trevor Horn (Book Review)

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  • 12th February 202312th July 2023
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‘Whatever Happened to the C86 Kids?’ by Nige Tassell (Book Review)

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‘The Sound of Being Human’ by Jude Rogers (Review)

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‘Broken Greek’ by Pete Paphides (Review)

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Miles Kane Coup De Grace
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Album Review: “Coup De Grace” by Miles Kane

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  • 10th August 201810th August 2018

Since the release of his last solo album, Miles Kane has been through a whirlwind both musically and emotionally. Now let’s unravel Coup De Grace, his angriest, loudest, and most…

Secret Messages ELO
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Throwback Highlight: the album “Secret Messages” by ELO

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  • 5th August 20185th August 2018

In this week’s throwback, we revisit a band of British rock royalty: Electric Light Orchestra (ELO). Originally released in 1983, Secret Messages is the band’s last album to reach the worldwide…

Muse's 'Something Human'
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New Release Alert: “Something Human” by Muse

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  • 26th July 201826th July 2018

Muse are releasing a new album later this year, and we couldn’t be more excited. On the 19th July, the rock icons released the music video for their third single….

Miles Kane at Electric Ballroom (Camden) in 2011. Credit: James Berry (Flickr).
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Upcoming Album Alert: “Coup de Grace” by Miles Kane

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  • 20th July 201820th July 2018

Miles Kane in 2011, at Electric Ballroom in Camden. Credit: James Berry (Flickr). On August 10th, Miles Kane will be back with his third solo album, Coup de Grace. It has been…

Suede
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New Release Alert: “Don’t Be Afraid If Nobody Loves You” by Suede

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  • 14th July 20185th August 2018

In preparation for the release of their upcoming album, The Blue Hour, Suede have released its second single, “Don’t Be Afraid If Nobody Loves You.” The track glows with the…

Three Lions
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Football’s coming home: my favourite England World Cup songs!

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  • 8th July 20188th July 2018

Hey everyone! Apologies for my temporary absence. I am now back home in the UK! To start off this new England chapter of mine, I couldn’t think of a better…

Johnny Marr Call The Comet
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Album Review: “Call The Comet” by Johnny Marr

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  • 17th June 201817th June 2018

Johnny Marr stands on a stage of British rock legends. After his iconic spell as lead guitarist and co-songwriter of The Smiths, the Manchester rocker has established a stellar solo…

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25/05/2018: The music of my week

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  • 25th May 20185th August 2018

This week includes a tantalizing music selection of tracks from The Last Shadow Puppets, The Strokes, Crowded House, Jigsaw, and Shed Seven. Enjoy! “Last Nite” by The Strokes The Strokes…

Johnny Marr
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New Release Alert: “Hi Hello” by Johnny Marr

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  • 14th May 20185th August 2018

At the end of last week, Johnny Marr released the second single from Call the Comet, his upcoming album. In contrast to his last single, the cosmic “The Tracers,” “Hi Hello”…

Arctic Monkeys Tranquility Base Hotel & Casino
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Album Review: “Tranquility Base Hotel & Casino” by Arctic Monkeys

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  • 11th May 2018

The year is 2018, and the iconic Arctic Monkeys are finally back with a new album. On the first listen, the new album threw me into an utterly confused and…

04/05/2018: The music of my week
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04/05/2018: The music of my week

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  • 4th May 20185th August 2018

This week’s music post includes Jamie T, soul, and a song about a war waged on Mars. “Sticks ‘n’ Stones” by Jamie T Released in 2009, “Sticks ‘n’ Stones” is…

Noisettes
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Throwback Highlight: “Never Forget You” by Noisettes

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  • 22nd April 2018

Released in 2009, “Never Forget You” (by Noisettes) is a soulful number that beautifully echoes the style and mood of early Motown. The rock band perfectly blends the guitar riffs,…

Manic Street Preachers Resistance is Futile
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Not so distant colours: “Resistance Is Futile” by Manic Street Preachers

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  • 14th April 201814th April 2018

Welsh rock icons Manic Street Preachers have released their 13th album, Resistance Is Futile. Oh boy, have they come back fighting. Manics are still throwing punches with some glorious music,…

Johnny Marr
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Song of the Week: “The Tracers” by Johnny Marr

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  • 11th April 201817th June 2018

From being the ex-lead guitarist and co-songwriter of The Smiths, to collaborations with Hans Zimmer and Blondie, to his five-year gig as a solo artist, Johnny Marr is a rock…

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26/03/2018: The music of my week

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  • 25th March 2018

In this week’s music post, I have put together a collection of precious throwbacks and a new release. Enjoy! 🙂 “Believe” by Elton John I think it’s apt to begin…

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