What to expect from an album named Peroxide? Something a bit brash, a bit obvious? A bit too much? In fact the result is the exact opposite; acoustic and upbeat, Nina Nesbitt’s long-awaited debut album is unpretentious pop at it’s best. The Scottish singer made a name for herself at 16 after catching the eye… Continue reading REVIEW: Nina Nesbitt – Peroxide
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REVIEW: JLS – Goodbye – The Greatest Hits
After selling more than 10 million records and racking up five #1 hit singles, chart topping boy band JLS called it quits after five years back in April. The band first appeared in 2008 when they auditioned for the ITV talent show X Factor, and went on to take the runner up position behind winner… Continue reading REVIEW: JLS – Goodbye – The Greatest Hits
REVIEW: Lorde – Pure Heroine
The opening sound of Lorde’s debut album had me imagining myself behind the wheel of a car during a city night-drive where the streetlights’ reflections on the windscreen appear cloudy under the raindrops that fall to beat. Lorde, or Ella Yelich-O’Connor to her folks, is described as ‘a woman noted for courage and daring action’ and… Continue reading REVIEW: Lorde – Pure Heroine
REVIEW: Union J – Union J
Last year’s X Factor presented us with four bright, dazzling stars – otherwise known as Union J. The boys found fame during the boot camp stage of the show, where Jaymi, Josh and JJ performed as a trio, and George as a soloist. But it wasn’t long until the judges decided to put them together,… Continue reading REVIEW: Union J – Union J
REVIEW: Chase and Status – Brand New Machine
After a jam-packed summer, which included headlining Glastonbury’s The Other Stage and a set at Reading and Leeds, Chase and Status are ready for their first arena tour. And judging by the new album, Brand New Machine, the London based music production duo’s set list will be filled with an eclectic range of tracks… Consistently… Continue reading REVIEW: Chase and Status – Brand New Machine
REVIEW: Eliza Doolittle – In Your Hands
Most of us know her best from her 2010 hit single “Pack Up”, and now Eliza Doolittle is back with her second album, jam packed with catchy tunes and a bright, radiant feel throughout. ‘In Your Hands’ is bursting with variety, each song with a catchy beat and some beautiful melodies. Eliza has an terrific… Continue reading REVIEW: Eliza Doolittle – In Your Hands
REVIEW: Chvrches – The Bones of What You Believe
Ever since Chvrches graced the BBC’s Sound of 2013 poll last year, we all knew they were bound for success. Indeed, the stylised, and somewhat confusing, spelling of “Churches” initially dominated my curiosity, however before long, it was less about the name, and more about the music. Formed in 2011, the Glaswegian trio seemed to… Continue reading REVIEW: Chvrches – The Bones of What You Believe
REVIEW: Arctic Monkeys – AM
Three men. Five albums. Five Brit awards. And most importantly, one rogue frontman, with a Sheffield accent and newly exposed quiff. Of course, I’m talking about Arctic Monkeys, whose eagerly anticipated fifth album, AM, is creeping its unique melody into everybody’s ears, and their iTunes too. The first of 12 tracks on AM, “Do I… Continue reading REVIEW: Arctic Monkeys – AM
REVIEW: Jahmene Douglas – Love Never Fails
Jahmene Douglas wowed viewers on the last series of X Factor right from his first audition, where he performed a jaw-dropping rendition of Etta James’ ‘At Last’. He continued to win over the audience throughout the competition with his outstanding vocals and sweet manners but fell at the last hurdle when he came second to… Continue reading REVIEW: Jahmene Douglas – Love Never Fails