‘It Ain’t Over’ by The Black Keys – Single Rating: 4/5 ★★★★☆ The Black Keys have released a new track, ‘It Ain’t Over’, from their upcoming album, ‘Dropout Boogie’, which will be out on May 13th. The single gives us a taste of what to expect from the next album; one that is likely to soar up the […]
‘Everything’ by Kehlani – Single Rating: 3/5 ★★★☆☆ American, singer-songwriter, Kehlani brings the RnB flavour with her new single, ‘Everything’. It is a chilled down track and will be ear candy for her most ardent fans, but not one that will move someone who merely dabbles with this style. ‘Everything’ is traditional R&B and Soul, and it sounds
‘Oi You Boy Bands’ by The Subways – Single Rating: 4/5 ★★★★☆ ‘Oi You Boy Bands’, by The Subways, is potentially one of the shortest new releases to come from New Music Friday. The group’s b-side track is under 1 minute and 40 seconds long. But, it nonetheless enthrals for the succinct yet thrilling duration. The Hertfordshire indie-rock
‘Roman Holiday’ by Fontaines D.C. – Single Rating: 4/5 ★★★★☆ Fontaines D.C., the Irish indie-rock band, have etched their name even farther into modern history with their new hit, ‘Roman Holiday’. The new single from the Dublin-based band is from their new album, ‘Skinty Fia,’ which is also available now! There’s nothing these guys can do wrong at
‘About Damn Time’ by Lizzo – Single Rating: 4/5 ★★★★☆ Lizzo exudes confidence in her new track, ‘About Damn Time,’ from her upcoming album, ‘Special,’ which will be out on July 15th. Turning up the feel-good, Lizzo provides the excitement like never before! She reminds us all to enjoy life despite obstacles or barriers that may come our
‘Lifetime’ by Three Days Grace – Single Rating: 4/5 ★★★★☆ Three Days Grace, the Canadian rock band, have enthralled us with their new single, ‘Lifetime’. A single from their upcoming album, ‘Explosions’, which will be out on May 6th. ‘Lifetime’ holds an emotional weight that resounds the moment it begins, and it plucks at the heartstrings from the
‘Sidelines’ by Phoebe Bridgers – Single Rating: 4/5 ★★★★☆ ‘Sidelines’, the new single by Californian singer-songwriter Phoebe Bridgers, is sure to give you a tingling sensation. A song that she unveiled at Coachella 2022, wowing the audience and also demonstrating her natural ability to stand out among her peers. While ‘Sidelines’ has a haunting air, it is also
With her new album, ‘Familia’, Camila Cabello, the American-Cuban diva, takes centre stage. Moreover, the latest release from the Latin fusion pop musician is possibly her most compelling work to date, and in terms of third studio albums, this one is pretty damn good! It represents Camila’s recent feelings, and given that it is her
Our attention is riveted to the new album, ‘Ego Trip’ by Papa Roach. It is a 14-track showstopper that demonstrates the band is as influential as ever; if not more so than ever before. ‘Kill The Noise,’ the opening track sets the tone with quintessential Roach guitars screaming through the speakers with fervour. Also, it
‘That’s Where I Am’ by Maggie Rogers – Single Rating: 4/5 ★★★★☆ Maggie Rogers takes over New Music Friday with her new track ‘That’s Where I Am’. It is taken from her next album, ‘Surrender’, which is set to be released on July 29th, 2022. The multifaceted American singer-songwriter builds on her last album, ‘Heart It In A
The new album, ‘SZNZ: Spring’ by Weezer, has piqued our interest! It is a compilation of seven songs by the band and one of four EPs that the group plans to release over the next year to reflect the changing seasons. The EP opens with ‘Opening Night,’ and the Rivers Cuomo-fronted band brings an archaic
‘Higher’ by Michael Bublé – Album Rating: 4/5 ★★★★☆ With his new album, ‘Higher’, Canadian crooner Michael Bublé is serenading ears worldwide once more. The 13-track compilation of original and cover songs is everything we’ve come to expect from the vocal powerhouse, and although being virtually predictable, it still takes us by surprise! The album, released by Reprise
‘Iced Out Necklace’ by Wiz Khalifa – Single Rating: 4/5 ★★★★☆ Wiz Khalifa, the American rapper, has returned to the forefront of hip hop with his new hit, ‘Iced Out Necklace’. The rapper vents and gets a lot off his chest here, and his narrative gets straight to the point! ‘Iced Out Necklace’ is classic Wiz Khalifa, and
‘C’mon You Know’ by Liam Gallagher – Single Rating: 3/5 ★★★☆☆ Liam Gallagher returns with his new single, ‘C’mon You Know’. It is a tune that our team were looking forward to hearing, but one that didn’t quite live up to our expectations! The former Oasis vocalist has a plethora of songs under his belt and is currently
Maren Morris, the Texas native, has us completely smitten with her new album, ‘Humble Quest’. Furthermore, the 11-track stunner includes some of the most compelling country-pop treasures in recent memory! ‘Humble Quest’ combines a variety of genres into one, provides something for everyone, and it comes just when we need it! Maren’s vocal shines brightly
‘Give Me The Reason’ by James Bay – Single Rating: 4/5 ★★★★☆ James Bay, the English singer-songwriter, is sending a shockwave across the indie and pop realms with his new single ‘Give Me The Reason’, and it’s easy to understand why. ‘Give Me The Reason’ is a captivating song. It’s rich with emotion, with Bay frequently reflecting on
‘If We Get Caught’ by Bloc Party – Single Rating: 5/5 ★★★★★ Bloc Party, the London-based rock band, are up to speed with their new single ‘If We Get Caught’. The track follows the band’s early March release, ‘Sex Magik’, and while the last single did not tick all of our boxes as much as we had hoped,
‘Every Rule’ by Charli XCX – Single Rating: 4/5 ★★★★☆ Charli XCX returns in fast succession, following up her last hit, ‘Baby’, with her new single, ‘Every Rule.’ The song is off the popstar’s latest album, ‘Crash,’ which came out on March 18th. It’s potentially the singer’s most compelling release yet, with Charli wearing her heart firmly on
‘A Little Bit Of Love’ by Weezer – Single Rating: 4/5 ★★★★☆ ‘A Little Bit Of Love’ by Weezer is vibrant and euphoric, and we cannot get enough of it! The band from Los Angeles fascinate us just as they did when they first soared to fame in 1994 with ‘The Blue Album.’ This new single from the band
‘The Lightning I, II’ by Arcade Fire – Single Rating: 4/5 ★★★★☆ Arcade Fire, the Canadian indie rock band, have knocked us for six with their new release, ‘The Lightning I, II’. The release, which includes two tracks, ‘The Lightning I’ and ‘The Lightning II’, reminds us why this band are among the greatest! The official video for
