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the fswl playlist
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The FSWL Playlist: Issue 5

  • Sophia
  • 14th September 201820th March 2019

Welcome to Issue 5 of The FSWL Playlist! The past week has well and truly spoiled us with new (and great) music. With particular attention paid to music released last…

The FSWL Playlist Issue 4
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The FSWL Playlist: Issue 4

  • Sophia
  • 11th September 201820th March 2019

Welcome to Issue 4 of The FSWL Playlist – bringing you some of the best new music around. This time round, I have included new releases by Richard Ashcroft, Beachtape,…

Wild Nothing - Indigo
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Album Review: “Indigo” by Wild Nothing

  • Sophia
  • 4th September 20183rd September 2018

On 31st August, Wild Nothing released their fourth studio album, Indigo. Having explored both indie rock and dream pop, Wild Nothing’s new release distinctively resides within the latter. Much like…

New Releases (August Edition) Part
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New Releases (August Edition) Part 3: Mitski, Interpol, Death Cab for Cutie, and Our Girl

  • Sophia
  • 28th August 201828th August 2018

Welcome to third post dedicated to August releases! Once again, we have a lot of rock coming your way. This week, we have the August records by Mitski, Death Cab…

New Releases (August Edition) Part 2
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New Releases (August Edition) Part 2: Alice In Chains, The Beths, White Denim, and The Lemon Twigs

  • Sophia
  • 25th August 2018

August has certainly proved a vibrant month for rock. In the second August edition of ‘New Releases,’ let me take you through four fascinating releases: Rainier Fog by Alice In…

New Releases (August Edition): “Living in Extraordinary Times” by James and “Move Through the Dawn” by The Coral
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New Releases (August Edition): “Living in Extraordinary Times” by James and “Move Through the Dawn” by The Coral

  • Sophia
  • 15th August 2018

Today, let me take you through two indie albums released this month: the “Living in Extraordinary Times” by James, and “Move Through the Dawn” by The Coral. Two very different,…

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

  • Sophia
  • 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…

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

  • Sophia
  • 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…

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

  • Sophia
  • 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…

music of my week
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25/05/2018: The music of my week

  • Sophia
  • 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

  • Sophia
  • 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

  • Sophia
  • 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

  • Sophia
  • 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

  • Sophia
  • 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,…

Arctic Monkeys
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Fluorescent Adolescents: An Arctic Monkeys Retrospective

  • Sophia
  • 15th March 201816th March 2018

  Regarded as one of Britain’s most loved indie rock bands, Arctic Monkeys have a spirit and sound that sets them apart. Their cheeky and emotionally-attuned explorations of life, the…

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