Thomas Smith

Caity Baser: “I’m not going to censor myself for people that don’t like me”

As she’s nominated for a BRIT, releasing her ‘Still Learning’ mixtape and heading on a nationwide tour, Baser explains why she wants to remain a bold new voice in British pop

Brittany Howard – ‘What Now’ review: thrillingly expansive and vibrant

When Alabama Shakes made their incendiary arrival with 2012’s ‘Boys & Girls’, Brittany Howard’s voice was quickly anointed as a head-turner. Breakout single ‘Hold...

The Smile – ‘Wall of Eyes’ review: a masterclass in pushing rock forward

The second album from Radiohead members Thom Yorke, Jonny Greenwood features some of their best work since 'In Rainbows'

Coachella 2024: the big talking points from this year’s line-up

Coachella's line-up poster has been released and features big comebacks, huge headliners and reunions

Logic1000: how motherhood and mental health inspired her “seismic” debut

The Australia-born, Berlin-based producer and DJ’s debut album ‘Mother’ is a result of personal breakthroughs. It’s a banging way to start 2024

The Kid Laroi – ‘The First Time’ review: rapper reflects on his rapid rise

The Australian-born artist's debut shows glimpses of greatness, but goes too heavy on the heartbreak.

Kevin Abstract – ‘Blanket’ review: Brockhampton member goes for grunge

On Kevin Abstract's first solo album since Brockhampton's split, he channels lo-fi guitars on this largely intriguing effort

Black Pumas – ‘Chronicles of a Diamond’ review: how 21st century soul should sound

You can’t move for great soul music coming out of the US in 2023. We’ve had the rip-roaring solo debut of Durand Jones on...

Black Pumas: “The world doesn’t stop for one achievement. Life keeps moving”

A hit viral song and multiple Grammy nominations have set the Austin, Texas band on a path to stardom. Frontman Eric Burton reflects on the journey and their new album which prioritises an honest performance than chasing clout

Boygenius – ‘The Rest’ EP: a magical coda to their mega year

Following the success of their huge debut album 'The Record', this four-track EP rounds out 2023 in fine style
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