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We’re yet to escape the biting cold but Wyndham Wallace thinks he’s found just the thing for it: Gizmo Varillas’ debut El Dorado. Britons may have to wait before…
The Blue Aeroplanes – Welcome, Stranger! Review
There’s a reason patience is a virtue as Wyndham Wallace discovered with the The Blue Aeroplanes long-awaited 13th album Welcome, Stranger! Having spent years hiding behind shades and ducking the…
Rose Elinor Dougall – Stellular Review
It’s been 7 years since Rose Elinor Dougall released her debut effort, with only two EPs filling the void. In that time it seems she’s shifted and honed her sound…
Daniel Woolhouse – What’s That Sound? Review
Could Daniel Woolhouse have perfected the formula? Wyndham Wallace sits back and reviews his third album What’s That Sound? [Bella Union] Softly spoken, quietly reclusive, Daniel Woolhouse used to…
Parekh & Singh – Ocean Review
Wyndham Wallace reviews the eponymous debut album from dream pop duo Parekh & Singh. If it’s true some of the finest pop music is throwaway, then prepare for Parekh…
Jamiroquai – Automaton Review
Wnydham Wallace reviews Jamiroquai’s 8th LP Automaton, an impressive return that sees Jay Kay explore some fascinating new sonic playgrounds. [Virgin EMI] Most people made their mind up about Jamiroquai…
Goldfrapp – Silver Eye Review
After the pastoral calm of 2013’s ‘Tales of Us’, Alison Goldfrapp and co-writer Will Gregory emerge from a murkier world with a sleek, sophisticated classic. [Mute] Not everything is…
BNQT – Volume 1 Review
Wyndham Wallace reviews supergroup BNQT’s debut release Volume 1, and begs the question, “when is Volume 2 arriving?” [Bella Union] One thing’s certain about BNQT, a supergroup made of members…
Grandaddy – Last Place Review
Grandaddy returns with his latest record, Last Place, and it’s one that certainly seems to have resonated with us. Wyndham Wallace reviews… [30th Century Records] Strictly speaking, Grandaddy are an…
Depeche Mode – Spirit Review
Anger is an energy! An electrified, empowered Depeche Mode deliver a sermon packed with indignation at the state of the world today… [Columbia Records] Wherever you stand in the post-Brexit,…