Sophie Williams, Author at NME

Matt Maltese – ‘Good Morning It’s Now Tomorrow’ review: crooner finds his happy place

On album three, the 24-year-old starts to peel back the characteristic humour to reveal reflections on personal transformation and the trials of young adulthood

‘Everybody’s Talking About Jamie’ review: one giant leap for the West End hit

Max Harwood brings the story of a larger-than-life, aspiring teenage drag queen to the big screen

Watch CHVRCHES’ track-by-track guide to ‘Screen Violence’

The trio take us through each and every song on their horror-infused fourth album

Binki – ‘Motor Function’ EP review: a compelling work of hope and fear

Written after a whirlwind period of viral fame and personal upheaval, the Brooklyn-based artist is unafraid to show his vulnerable side

Ayra Starr – ‘19 & Dangerous’ review: punchy afropop full of character

The ascendant star’s debut album is a collection of uber-confident, sensational afro-pop gems

The best (and nerdiest) moments from Mark Ronson’s ‘Watch The Sound’

Featuring Paul McCartney, Charli XCX and more

The 10 best Wolf Alice songs – ever!

The band take on Latitude's mighty headline slot tonight (July 23) – here's hoping they play all these indie bangers…

Jayla Kai – ‘Epitome’ EP review: forthright vignettes of Woodstock life

A compelling, vulnerable collection that centres the Woodstock artist as a sharp and emotionally direct songwriter

Snoh Aalegra – ‘Temporary Highs In The Violet Skies’ review: healthy dose of introspective R&B

On album three, Aalegra's emotional availability and candour remains her biggest strength

Frances Forever – ‘Paranoia Party’ EP review: confessional candour from indie hero-in-waiting

They became a TikTok sensation a year ago, but the 22-year-old’s sharp songwriting demonstrates real ambition