Haim And Their Route To Stardom Haim And Their Route To Stardom: Few contemporary musicians really capture the core of sisterhood, musical adaptability, and pure endurance quite like the American band, Haim. Through their genre-blending style, honest sincerity, and relentless dedication to their music, the Los Angeles-born trio—comprising Este, Danielle, and Alana Haim—have created a […]
The marvellous thing about my job is that I get to write about pretty much anything regardless of genre and although I have been reviewing a lot of pop and rock releases recently, I know I had to get stuck into “Triune” by Olivia Belli the moment my ears heard it, they were locked in!
The Rasmus, the Finnish band who brought us the knockout, “In The Shadows” back in 2003 have returned with their new single, “Creatures of Chaos” and I have to say, it is pretty damn solid! The band have always had a hard time living up to their smash hit, and although this one is not
The Beatles Few bands in history have made an impact quite like The Beatles. From their electrifying rise in the early 1960s to their split in 1970, the Fab Four from Liverpool—John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison, and Ringo Starr—shaped modern music and pop culture forever and their legacy continues to this day. But what
Yorkshire-based folk musician Billie Marten serenades my ears with her new single, “Feeling”. This heartfelt folk ballad is the perfect spring offering as I listen with flowers in full bloom outside my window. I almost get whisked away to paradise with the charming sounds in the mix greeting my ears like a warm breeze whispering
American rock band, Beach Bunny knock it out of the park with their new track, “Big Pink Bubble” from the EP of the same title. The track was produced by Sean O’Keefe and it was released on the 21st of March. Song Analysis (Beach Bunny) “Big Punk Bubble” is a quintessential alt/indie rock structure and
Jonas Brothers release their first new song of 2025 with “Love Me To Heaven”. It is the perfect pop track, a real feel-good hit which is likely to hit the ground running with the trio from New Jersey reminding us why they are still one of the most dominant forces in pop. Song Analysis (Jonas
The Real Reason Lewis Capaldi Stepped Away From Music The Real Reason Lewis Capaldi Stepped Away From Music: Lewis Capaldi, the Scottish singer-songwriter who shot to global stardom with hits like Someone You Loved and Before You Go, made headlines in 2023 when he announced an indefinite break from music. Fans worldwide expressed both support
I have long admired Calvin Harris and his approach to music. His new release, “SMOKE THE PAIN AWAY” is also another track which ticks many of my boxes. The great thing about Calvin Harris is that he is not afraid to try something new, although this is often the case with artists who have the
Is Ed Sheeran Still Popular Amongst Pop Fans? Is Ed Sheeran Still Popular Amongst Pop Fans? Ed Sheeran, the British singer-songwriter, has had a successful career, breaking records, dominating charts, and attracting a passionate fan following. Sheeran’s music has captivated millions of people, from his early days as an independent artist to his journey to
The Killers The Killers have been a force in alternative music since their 2004 debut, combining anthemic choruses, insightful lyrics, and soaring instrumentations which grip fans worldwide. The Las Vegas band’s two-decade history has resulted in countless chart-topping songs and cult masterpieces; anthems which live on to this day. I have painstakingly selected the official
California’s favourite sisters, HAIM are back with their new single “Relationships”. A track released under Polydor Records and out on the 12th of March 2025, it will be a pop-lovers dream. Song Analysis (HAIM) The band are known for leaning more toward the indie hemisphere but this one to me sounds very POP with hints
Why The Smiths Will Likely Never Reunite Why The Smiths Will Likely Never Reunite: The legendary British band The Smiths, known for their melancholic yet melodic sound, left a huge mark on alternative rock during the 1980s. Despite their relatively short-lived career, spanning from 1982 to 1987, their influence continues to resonate with fans and
Kayleigh Rose Amstutz who goes by the name Chappell Roan can do little wrong in my eyes at the moment. Her new single, “The Giver” also ventures into new territory for the pop star, widely known for “Pink Pony Club”. Released officially on the 14th of March via Amusement Records, this one is quite a
MPH review: Ascending fast in UK Garage is MPH and I have been gripping onto his new release “Hold On” for dear life since I first locked my ears on it! The producer from Canterbury smashes it with this fresh dance-infused accelerator and here I take a deep dive! Song Analysis (MPH Review) The track
Kendrick Lamar wasn’t just destined for greatness—he was born into it. But unlike many of his contemporaries, his rise didn’t follow the conventional route. For Kendrick, music has always been more than just entertainment—it’s a platform for storytelling, for social justice, and for personal introspection. His journey, from the streets of Compton to winning a
Freak Slug review: I will be honest, I had never heard of Freak Slug until I came across her new single, “Killer” from her recently released album, “I Blow Out Big Candles (But with a Cherry on Top)” which dropped on the 7th of March 2025. Ever since I hit play, I have been hooked
Teddy Swims Before He Was Famous Teddy Swims before he was famous: Teddy Swims, a powerful vocalist recognised for his genre-bending style and passionate performances, has stunned millions globally. So much so, you will struggle to find someone who has not heard one of his songs. However, before becoming a huge success in the world
Lady Gaga review: Yes, Little monsters! You saw it right, Lady Gaga is back and she delivers “Garden Of Eden” from her new album, “MAYHEM”. Following on from other singles such as “Die With A Smile” and “Abracadabra” this new one is a right party starter and it will have you itching to get on
The Lathums review: I cannot fault The Lathums. They have been impressing me a lot these last few years and their new track, “Reflections Of Lessons Left” reminds me why Indie was the genre which first got me into music way back when. This new single from their album, “Matter Does Not Define” is the
