Music Reviews
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Various Brazilian Beats n' Pieces
The Mr Bongo compilations of the best in rhythmic Brazilian pop have themselves been compiled into a mix of their best parts.
George Booker reviews... -
Elliott Smith New Moon
Elliott Smith's second posthumous release gives honest insight into the development of late singer-songwriter.
Brett Oronzio reviews and tries not to lament too much... -
Liars Liars
Brilliant. Bloody brilliant. Can an American get away with saying that? I just did.
Alan Shulman gushes... -
Linda Thompson Versatile Heart
After a 17 year hiatus and vocal problems that might have prevented her singing again, 2002's Fashionably Late reminded people of Thompson's great talent. Her new album is a forward looking, optimistic record that bodes well for the future
So Peter Hayward says anyway... -
Broken Family Band Hello Love
Torn between their Americana background and a desire for a wider audience, the Cambridge four-piece misses the mark on this unmemorable effort.
Peter Hayward reviews... -
Black Francis Bluefinger
Frank Black returns to blistering form and his traditional themes: sex, drugs and rock'n'roll. This time he faces the ultimate challenge - successfully pulling off a concept album.
Simon Briercliffe wonders if it'll work... -
The New Pornographers Challengers
We get what we expect from the side project that keeps nipping at the heels of greatness.
Alan Shulman reviews... -
Volunteer Pioneer Volunteer Pioneer
The now defunct band's first and last release of fun folk pop.
Lewis Parry reviews... -
Minus The Bear Planet Of Ice
Whether surprising or not, whether you were a fan of their laid back charm, Planet Of Ice finds Minus The Bear at the top of their game.
Lewis Parry reviews... -
Bonde Do Role With Lasers
The debut album from Bonde Do Role sees Domino trying to feed baile funk to the indie kids.
Pat Harte reviews...
