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BB King Blues Summit 100

For some time now, I’ve been living in anticipation. Each song released from this album was played on repeat, keeping me in music for the last months. The BB King Blues Summit, organised by Joe Bonamassa is one of the most highly anticipated...

all the stars will fall

The sky is falling in the background From airport music (shout out Brian Eno) to fill in the void, to soundtracks for shows such as Normal People. To fill the space while adding to the atmosphere and tone of the show. Ambience in of itself is...

DJ Set

Data-driven algorithms for the most part, can be a bit invasive and a big marketing tool. One use, I find, is that it can expose new music that can so easily fall under the radar. Spotify’s algorithm introduced me to Mouseatouille through...

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By Y

The pandemic isolation was tough on everyone—especially in the artistic world, where money is often tight and so much depends on social gatherings. But even in the most difficult situations, resilience can thrive...

Record Store Day 2025 in Limerick

Two shops, one city, and a whole lot of music love. Every year, in April, vinyl enthusiasts around the world have the perfect excuse to get out of their musical hideout and open ground to a quarrel with their banker:...

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Too High to Cut My Hair

By Little Feat

History of the Band Little Feat The band Little Feat formed in the year 1969 in California by vocalist and guitarist Lowell George. They originally also consisted of bassist Roy Estrada (both of whom formerly played...

Moon Safari Legendary!!

Moon Safari

By Air

Coming up with a debut album is tricky for any artists. Finding the original idea that will work, discovering one’s own sound, the proper balance between members of a band. « Slow and steady wins the race » as...

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Hackney Diamonds

By Rolling Stones

The Band to Date Hackney Diamonds is the latest release of The Rolling Stones. The legendary rock band, who initially formed in 1962, are amongst the most influential and long lived bands in the world. With such ground...

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Sinister Grift

By Panda Bear

Panda Bear’s back Over the years, I’ve heard Panda Bear mentioned in a quite a few circles. From collaborating with Daft Punk to being a co founding member of Animal Collective. One of the most influential and...

Till the Morning by Brian D'Addario Nice / Not too bad

Till the Morning

By Brian D'Addario

The Lemon Twig? Till the Morning comes from singer-songwriter and lead vocalist of The Lemon Twigs Brian D’Addario. Brian made his initial splash with The Lemon Twigs with his brother Michael. The Lemon Twigs are far...

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Mo Léan

By Róis

A New Voice in Irish Music: I was recently recommended to listen to Mo Léan, an album released last year that was nominated for the RTÉ Choice Music Prize for Best Irish Album of 2024. Mo Léan is the work of Rois (Rose...

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The Bends

By Radiohead

A Masterpiece Born from Pain and Perseverance One day at school, a long time ago, I noticed a quote on my friend’s pencil case: “I used to fly like Peter Pan / All the children flew and I touched their hands...

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 第八作品集『無題』

By Downy

I have to say, writing for this webzine leads me to some surprises—and I love it. I was browsing recent releases to find something interesting to bring to your attention, there it was: Downy’s latest release, 第八作品集『無題』...

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Glutton For Punishment

By Heartworms

“One to Watch,” according to The Guardian. A cover feature and five stars from NME. Many other glowing reviews. A haunting album cover—I’ve been known to dive into a new album solely because the artwork...

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The Red Album (vol. 1)

By Carsie Blanton

Carsie Blanton is an American folk singer and songwriter, full of communicative energy and revolutionary optimism. She has released eight albums and three EPs over the past 20 years, all independently, using a pay-as...

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Heartache In Room 14

By The Altons

The Altons, from Southeast LA, have made a name for themselves over the past 10 years in the soul revival world—so much so that Mary J. Blige sampled their song When You Go (That’s When You’ll Know) on her Grammy...

Pinball Wanderer by Andy Bell Awesome!

Pinball Wanderer

By Andy Bell

Andy Bell is an incredibly busy and prolific musician. With a career spanning over four decades, he has played with numerous bands—including Ride and Oasis—as well as pursued a solo career. In less than a year, the...

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Physical Graffiti

By Led Zeppelin

Led Zeppelin’s Physical Graffiti: A 50-Year Legacy Led Zeppelin’s sixth album, Physical Graffiti, was released in 1975, making it 50 years old this February. It followed a nearly two-year hiatus after their...