Festival Preview: The Great Escape 2024 is shaping up to be a vintage year
The Great Escape Festival in Brighton is one of the global cultural highlights of the year. It’s an important event that points a deserving spotlight on some of the most exciting artists worldwide. This year’s edition looks to be a vintage year for the event with one of its most eclectic and vibrant line-ups yet. Let’s dive into some of the highlights and storylines of the festival’s lineup so far.
Don't Judge a Rock Band by Its Clickbait: Why The Last Dinner Party Demands Attention, Not Derogation
Philip Giouras explores the undeserved criticism faced by The Last Dinner Party, the UK's rising stars of rock music. This thoughtpiece delves into the realities of their journey, from honing their craft in intimate venues to captivating audiences with their energetic live performances. Go beyond the clickbait and see these talented women for who they truly are: a force to be reckoned with in the music world.
A Symphony of Desires: Anthony Willis on Composing the Enigmatic 'Saltburn'
Explore the enthralling world of ‘Saltburn’ as Anthony Willis, the composer behind its captivating score, unveils the intricacies of crafting the film's enigmatic atmosphere. In our interview, Willis delves into the symbolic use of organs and synths, offering insights into how the music enriches the narrative, providing a deeper understanding of the characters' true motives and desires.
Review - Amy: Beyond the Stage, at the Design Museum London
Amy: Beyond the Stage is a momentary glimpse at the person behind the legend; it’s a perfectly curated celebration of the places, people and things that made her Amy
The 30 Albums You Have to Hear in 2022
We’re not exaggerating when we say 2022 looks set to be a historic year for new music. Here are the 30 albums you have to hear in 2022
Live Act of the Year 2021 - Self Esteem
The live act of the year for 2021 could have only ever been one act. This year Self Esteem has not just wowed with her sensational album ‘Prioritise Pleasure’ but when bringing the record alive on the stage, she’s reimagined what a Pop performance can be, refusing to be limited or constrained in her vision.