Just so you know, Church of the Sea’s Eva is a serious contender for one of my favourite albums of the year. Does it demand a review then? You bet. Last time I bored you to bits with the story about my 2025 playlist so I’ll keep it short and simple now. I collect everything … Continue reading →| soundsfromthedarkside
Welsh black metallers Ofnus have released their second album all the way back in February, so it’s about time we gave it a well-deserved listen.| soundsfromthedarkside
Aug. 15 brought with it one of the best breakup albums heard yet this year, pop sensation Conan Gray’s “Wishbone.” If you haven’t done so yet, pop in those headphones and buckle up for an emotional rollercoaster of an album about heartbreak, bitterness and overcoming. The post Review: Conan Gray’s ‘Wishbone’ makes heartbreak sound beautiful first appeared on The Baylor Lariat.| The Baylor Lariat
Reneé Rapp’s sophomore album lets fans take a glimpse into the most intimate parts of her life — including her relationships, multiple careers and friendships. Two weeks ago on August…| Fourteen East
With nothing left to prove, Bieber trades flash for feeling on his most mellow, self-aware album to date. The post Justin Bieber resets: ‘SWAG’ as soft reintroduction, not spectacle appeared first on The Stanford Daily.| The Stanford Daily
It’s no surprise I have a bee in my bonnet about the latest Hedvig Mollestad Trio record. Hedvig Mollestad Thomassen, Ellen Brekken and Ivar Loe Bjørnstad have crossed their self made bridge between hard rock’s visceral energy and jazz’s harmonic sophistication again and again. Today it’s safe to say that the trio’s music is an … Continue reading →| soundsfromthedarkside
And so Michael goes. No more. Done. Away and gone. For now… After The Beggar legions of Michael Gira admirers were left in doubt. On that record, he claimed he was done, ready to walk away. Gira however made this sort of claim several times in the past 40 years, only to reincarnate in a … Continue reading →| soundsfromthedarkside
Summer solstice is behind us and that means it’s time to take a look at the albums that have shaped the sound of the year so far.| soundsfromthedarkside
Dutch symphonic metal masters Epica have returned for their tenth platter of typical uplifting, orchestral metal and we’re ready for it. It’s been four years since Omega, and in years since that we’ve been treated to the fantastic Omega Alive, recorded live during ye olde Covid days, and the Symphonic Synergy concerts with orchestra and … Continue reading →| soundsfromthedarkside
Caroline’s sophomore is here and we can’t stop listening.| soundsfromthedarkside
Dear readers: prepare to be Ghosted. Skeletá is now out. A new release by Sweden’s Ghost is always somewhat of a happening. There will be teasers, the band will release little vignettes on YouTube to further expand on the lore behind the band and its fictional papal vocalist and then we’ll be treated to one … Continue reading →| soundsfromthedarkside
Renaissance-style romance and yearning is back. Or, at least, that's what singer-songwriter Lucy Dacus says. On March 28, Dacus released 13 tracks under the album “Forever Is A Feeling.” In j| The Lance
Since our promoter Mari booked South London duo Scrounge for a Get In Her Ears gig at The Windmill in Brixton back in 2018, we have been avid fans of their vital art-punk anthems. Formed of lead vo…| Get In Her Ears
This Is Not An ExitOn January 24, indie rock band The Backfires released their debut album, “This Is Not An Exit.” With 10 songs creating a runtime of 30 minutes, the band proves quality over| The Lance
Kendrick’s latest project GNX marks the return of K. Dot – an impressive showcase of his versatility and love for the LAnd that still fails to acknowledge the truth.| Passion of the Weiss
Yard Act's debut album 'The Overload' is a fine example of sprechsegang post-punk, but one that doesn't forget the human touch.| The Student Playlist
My band, Job Creators, released out latest album, Systems Online, on June 27. We worked to polish six songs that we are really, really proud to share with everyone. If you’re curious, you can…| Blaise Lucey