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The The Announce Tour and First Album in 24 Years, and share Song COGNITIVE DISSIDENT

Matt Johnson’s band is back with Ensoulment—listen to “Cognitive Dissident” The The are back with Ensoulment, their first album since 2000. The Matt Johnson–led band will hit the road, too, traversing North America in the autumn, between dates in Europe, New Zealand, and Australia. Below, find the dates and listen to “Cognitive Dissident,” from the LP. The album arrives September 6 (via Cinéola/EarMusic). Back in 2017, Johnson reformed … Continue reading The The Announce Tour and First Album in 24 Years, and share Song COGNITIVE DISSIDENT

The Libertines discuss their demons, inspirations and writing their new album in Jamaica for Qobuz

Ahead of their concert at the 104 in Paris, the prelude to a European tour that’s selling out fast, we sat down with Carl Barât and Peter Doherty to discuss their new album ‘All Quiet on the Eastern Esplanade,’ from the horizons that they’re charting together, to their profound inspirations past and present, to how time has changed their views on both London and their … Continue reading The Libertines discuss their demons, inspirations and writing their new album in Jamaica for Qobuz

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“Thom Yorke’s ‘Four Ways In Time’: A Mesmerizing Journey Through Experimental Soundscapes”

“Four Ways In Time,” the latest release from Thom Yorke, is an enthralling exploration of sound that pushes the boundaries of contemporary music. Known for his work as the frontman of Radiohead and his innovative solo projects, Yorke once again proves his prowess in crafting deeply emotive and experimental compositions. In “Four Ways In Time,” Yorke delves into themes of temporality, perception, and existential introspection. … Continue reading “Thom Yorke’s ‘Four Ways In Time’: A Mesmerizing Journey Through Experimental Soundscapes”

PJ HARVEY

PJ Harvey: The Chameleon of Rock

In an industry where reinvention is often a marketing strategy rather than an artistic pursuit, PJ Harvey stands out as a true chameleon. Over her three-decade career, Harvey has not only transformed her sound but also continually challenged and redefined what it means to be a rock artist. With her intense, evocative performances and boundary-pushing albums, she has established herself as one of the most … Continue reading PJ Harvey: The Chameleon of Rock

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Manchester Orchestra with an outstanding live performance of the album COPE

Manchester Orchestra is an American indie rock band which formed in Atlanta, Georgia in 2004. The group is currently composed of rhythm guitarist, singer/songwriter Andy Hull, lead guitarist Robert McDowell, keyboardist and percussionist Chris Freeman, bassist Jonathan Corley and drummer Tim Very. Former drummer Jeremiah Edmond parted ways with the band in January 2010 to focus on his family as well as running the band’s … Continue reading Manchester Orchestra with an outstanding live performance of the album COPE

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The Mysterines return with Stray from upcoming album Afraid Of Tomorrows

The Mysterines have unleashed a brand-new single, Stray, from their upcoming second album. The Merseyside four-piece are set to follow up 2022 debut Reeling with new album Afraid Of Tomorrows on June 7 via Fiction Records, with vocalist/guitarist Lia Metcalfe calling the release a “mirror where you find you’re nothing more than a formless being, one made from celestial constellations – of traumas, of the old … Continue reading The Mysterines return with Stray from upcoming album Afraid Of Tomorrows

Elbow – Lovers’ Leap (Live on The Graham Norton Show)

Speaking on social media, the band’s lead singer Guy Garvey discussed the origins of the new single, writing: “‘Lover’s Leap’ began with a leap of faith from Pete Turner and Alex Reeves, Elbow’s rhythm section. And then I came up with that sort of spitty distorted horn line for a change – ended up me and Craig playing the melodica. Two big men playing a small instrument made the other guys laugh!” Continue reading Elbow – Lovers’ Leap (Live on The Graham Norton Show)