Music Reviews

Music reviews are our speciality here at IZILION.

Our mission is to provide honest reviews, and we do just that while backing up critical points with authenticity.

We have decades of experience reviewing new releases. We use our knowledge of the industry, artists, and personal opinions to create reviews that are not available elsewhere. Luckily for music consumers, new reviews become available every day. Therefore, finding fresh insights and feedback on the hottest tracks has never been easier.

Since the birth of IZILION, there has not been a day without a new track going to our team’s expert ear. Also, we have proven to be consistent with our methods providing the music community with a wide range of reviews from many genres and styles.

Furthermore, we do not endorse one genre over another. But, we generally concentrate on the commercial market, with many reviews being of artists in top chart positions. Nevertheless, we do not exclude new artists and artists who are rising up the echelon. Therefore we allow many artists to shine.

So who pens the reviews we issue on IZILION? We have a specialist review team who have built a wealth of knowledge working within the music industry. Each writer has a distinct style which gives every review we publish a unique edge.

Pop Music Reviews

We are a world-leading publication for the latest and finest pop music reviews. As a result, we invariably aim to be the first to the party when it comes to reviewing the latest hits. Therefore, whatever is flying up the charts is bound to be soaring up our music review sections, with our ears being finely in sync with the hottest pop trends.

Latest Pop Music Reviews

OneRepublic, ‘RUNAWAY’ – Single Review ★★★★☆

Emily HarrisJun 1, 2023
OneRepublic

‘RUNAWAY’ by OneRepublic – Single Rating: 4/5 ★★★★☆ ‘RUNAWAY’, the new single by OneRepublic marks a triumphant return for the band following their global success with ‘I…

Lana Del Rey, ‘Say Yes To Heaven’ – Single Review ★★★★★

Emily HarrisMay 23, 2023
Lana Del Rey

‘Say Yes To Heaven’ by Lana Del Rey – Single Rating: 5/5 ★★★★★ In a surprise move, Lana Del Rey grants the wishes of her fans by…

Lewis Capaldi, ‘Haven’t You Ever Been In Love Before?’ – Single Review ★★★★☆

George MillingtonMay 19, 2023
Lewis Capaldi

‘Haven’t You Ever Been In Love Before?’ by Lewis Capaldi – Single Rating: 4/5 ★★★★☆ ‘Haven’t You Ever Been In Love Before?’ by Lewis Capaldi is a…

Kesha, ‘Eat The Acid’ – Single Review ★★★★☆

George MillingtonMay 10, 2023
Kesha

‘Eat The Acid’ by Kesha – Single Rating: 4/5 ★★★★☆ Kesha is back with a hauntingly beautiful new single ‘Eat the Acid’. It is the lead single…

Niall Horan, ‘Meltdown’ – Single Review ★★★★☆

Emily HarrisMay 4, 2023
Niall Horan

‘Meltdown’ by Niall Horan – Single Rating: 4/5 ★★★★☆ ‘Meltdown’, the new single from Niall Horan is an intense and captivating track that showcases his growth as…

Lewis Capaldi, ‘Wish You The Best’ – Single Review ★★★★☆

Emily HarrisApr 26, 2023
Lewis Capaldi

‘Wish You The Best’ by Lewis Capaldi – Single Rating: 4/5 ★★★★☆ ‘Wish You The Best’, by Lewis Capaldi is a poignant and emotive ballad that showcases…

Our passion for pop music is clear, and it is the reason why our team dedicate their entire days rummaging for the freshest new pop sounds. Luckily, it does not feel like a job, and it is why waking up early in the morning to find the latest music is so easy.

The great thing about pop music is that it is constantly changing, and the best new pop sounds are still to grace the airwaves. It is a scene that changes quickly, and new trends appear rapidly, overtaking today’s popular styles. We are on top of the movement, though, so be safe knowing that it is in the best hands.

Indie Music Reviews

Latest Indie Music Reviews

OneRepublic, ‘RUNAWAY’ – Single Review ★★★★☆

Emily HarrisJun 1, 2023
OneRepublic

‘RUNAWAY’ by OneRepublic – Single Rating: 4/5 ★★★★☆ ‘RUNAWAY’, the new single by OneRepublic marks a triumphant return for the band following their global success with ‘I…

Foo Fighters, ‘Show Me How’ – Single Review ★★★★☆

George MillingtonMay 31, 2023
Foo Fighters

‘Show Me How’ by Foo Fighters – Single Rating: 4/5 ★★★★☆ Foo Fighters’ latest single, ‘Show Me How’, is a captivating blend of dream pop and shoegazing…

Royal Blood, ‘Mountains At Midnight’ – Single Review ★★★★☆

Rob SapwellMay 30, 2023
Royal Blood

‘Mountains At Midnight’ by Royal Blood – Single Rating: 4/5 ★★★★☆ There is no doubt whatsoever that Mike Kerr and Ben Thatcher of Royal Blood are immensely…

Blur, ‘The Narcissist’ – Single Review ★★★★☆

Emily HarrisMay 24, 2023
Blur

‘The Narcissist’ by Blur – Single Rating: 4/5 ★★★★☆ After an eight-year hiatus, Blur has made a triumphant comeback with their lead single, ‘The Narcissist’. It is…

Lana Del Rey, ‘Say Yes To Heaven’ – Single Review ★★★★★

Emily HarrisMay 23, 2023
Lana Del Rey

‘Say Yes To Heaven’ by Lana Del Rey – Single Rating: 5/5 ★★★★★ In a surprise move, Lana Del Rey grants the wishes of her fans by…

Miles Kane, ‘Baggio’ – Single Review ★★★★☆

Rob SapwellMay 22, 2023
Miles Kane

‘Baggio’ by Miles Kane – Single Rating: 4/5 ★★★★☆ Miles Kane has been mainstay on the guitar based indie scene for nearly 20 years now. It’s quite…

Many of our journalists claim that indie music was their first love. As a result, we have team members who dedicate their time to review the latest indie releases, and we keep on top of the latest trends in the indie realms.

The great thing about indie music is that it regularly arrives with a unique edge. As a result, there is always something new to mention and write about. Also, we enjoy coming across new and distinct indie gems. Nevertheless, we generally write about tracks that have only recently been released or are to be released in the future. But, we have countless reviews in our archives showcasing some of the greatest indie tracks to grace our ears previously.

Rock Music Reviews

We are suckers for rock music! Since a young age, our team have been whipping out the air guitar and the passion we had for it as youngsters has never left!

Also, we are often the first to spot the latest rock trends.

Latest Rock Music Reviews

Thirty Seconds To Mars, ‘Stuck’ – Single Review ★★★★☆

George MillingtonMay 16, 2023
Jared Leto

‘Stuck’ by Thirty Seconds To Mars – Single Rating: 4/5 ★★★★☆ After a five-year break, Thirty Seconds To Mars make a triumphant return with their latest single,…

Nothing But Thieves, ‘Overcome’ – Single Review ★★★★☆

Rob SapwellMay 15, 2023
Nothing But Thieves

‘Overcome’ by Nothing But Thieves – Single Rating: 4/5 ★★★★☆ Here at GSGM, we are definitely Nothing But Thieves fans. There is a very strong feeling amongst…

Dolly Parton, ‘World On Fire’ – Single Review ★★★★☆

Emily HarrisMay 12, 2023
Dolly Parton

‘World On Fire’ by Dolly Parton – Single Rating: 4/5 ★★★★☆ Dolly Parton, the iconic country singer, has returned to the spotlight with her new rock single,…

The Hives, ‘Bogus Operandi’ – Single Review ★★★★☆

The Hives

‘Bogus Operandi’ by The Hives – Single Rating: 4/5 ★★★★☆ It’s been over twenty years since The Hives first burst onto the scene with worldwide hit single…

Bring Me The Horizon, ‘LosT’ – Single Review ★★★★☆

Emily HarrisMay 5, 2023
Bring Me The Horizon

‘LosT’ by Bring Me The Horizon – Single Rating: 4/5 ★★★★☆ With their latest single ‘LosT’, Bring Me The Horizon continue to demonstrate their evolution as a…

The Gaslight Anthem, ‘Positive Charge’ – Single Review ★★★★☆

Rob SapwellMay 3, 2023
The Gaslight Anthem

‘Positive Charge’ by The Gaslight Anthem – Single Rating: 4/5 ★★★★☆ ‘How I’ve missed you, how I’ve missed you’ sings Brian Fallon of The Gaslight Anthem on…

Hip Hop Music Reviews

Latest Hip Hop Music Reviews

Snoop Dogg, ‘CEO’ – Single Review

Emily HarrisMar 22, 2021
Snoop Dogg

Snoop Dogg is back like he has never been away with his new release, ‘CEO’. It is a smash-hit that proves that Snoop is as…

Drake, ‘What’s Next’ – Single Review

Emily HarrisMar 5, 2021
Drake

Canadian, hip hop lord, Drake is back with ‘What’s Next’. It is a track from his most recent ‘Scary Hours 2’ EP which also contains…

Cardi B, ‘Up’ – Single Review

Emily HarrisFeb 8, 2021
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Cardi B is back with new single, ‘Up’. It is getting the praise you would expect given the rappers worldwide fanbase. Still, surprisingly many music…

Kodak Black, ‘Last Day In’ – Single Review

Emily HarrisFeb 1, 2021
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Kodak Black is back with his latest release ‘Last Day In’. The Florida born hitmaker smashes it once again here. It opens with a gentle…

Eminem, ‘Gnat’ – Single Review

Emily HarrisDec 21, 2020
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Eminem is back with a bang! His latest gem, ‘Gnat’ is already becoming a fan favourite with many claiming that it is the best release…

Chance The Rapper, ‘The Return’ – Single Review

Emily HarrisDec 17, 2020
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Chance The Rapper is back fresher than ice with his latest release, ‘The Return’. It is a track which boasts festive holiday lyrics but remove…

For anyone who relishes the freshest hip hop, IZILION is the outlet for every hip hop need. Furthermore, we publish hip hop reviews regularly, and we are always on top of what is hot.

As with all the other genres that we specialise in, we constantly search for the freshest new hip hop music. As a result, we do not focus on just one style; instead, our coverage is broad, and it covers all hip hop vibes.

RnB Music Reviews

We are RnB enthusiasts, and our team are passionate about many areas of the RnB space. As a result, our content reflects this with regular music reviews focusing on the best in RnB.

Our team listen to every submission, and we search using industry-standard methods to find the most exciting music. However, we are also looking out for new music; therefore, if there is an RnB track that deserves a listen from our team, be sure to submit it here.

Future Music Reviews

Often we write about upcoming releases which are to be released. As a result, we are regularly the first to review new music. We have close relations with some of the world’s major labels, and we often get offered exclusives; therefore, to keep on top of future music, be sure to keep IZILION at the forefront of searches.

We enjoy writing about future releases because often we get in before they take off. As a result, we are very much ahead of trends, and we have built up a strong intuition when working out the next biggest hit.

Journalism

All of our music reviewers have journalistic backgrounds, and the content we provide reflects this. However, we do add personal flavour to each review to ensure we stand out at all times.

Industry-leading journalism is our focus at all times, and we constantly strive to go above and beyond with our content. We also have a quality assurance team that often examines our journalists’ content to ensure that we always meet the high-quality standards we all demand.

Singles

Our team keep a watchful eye on the worlds hottest single releases, and we rate tracks out of five. We dedicate many hours crafting the perfect review, and we have a team of journalists who specialise in reviewing the hottest singles which arise.

Every single review is unique and exclusive to IZILION, given that our journalists are not freelancers; therefore, each journalist dedicates their content to the IZILION platform.

Albums

We also specialise in album reviews, and we cast our expert ears on the latest albums to rise out of the industry. We have a team who scour for the best new albums and receive alerts when new albums are to be released.

Each album review is unique and an honest reflection of what grabs our ears. Also, we ensure that we add factual content to create a rounded experience.

Release Format

Generally, we concentrate on digital releases; however, we have a team that listens to the latest vinyl types and releases exclusive to the CD. Also, we do not shy away from new formats such as NFT’s and other modern methods of music discovery. Therefore, regardless of the release format, send it over to us for consideration.

The most popular type of releases are those delivered to streaming platforms. However, we are aware that everybody has a streaming preference. As a result, we ensure that there are many options available to listen to new music to cater for everybody’s needs.

Pre-releases

We aim to stay ahead of new music; thus, we often write reviews of yet officially released tracks. Also, we have a strong network within the music industry and are regularly the first to hear about new releases. Also, our trusted contacts are aware that we always abide by embargo dates, and we do not share unofficial information.

Deadlines

Our team stick to deadlines, and we often work around the clock to ensure content arrives promptly. Also, we work with partners promptly and ensure that we are congruent with our timeframes. Similarly, our in house team set deadlines for every article to ensure that it remains current upon publishing.

Music Industry

Every member of IZILION comes from a background of working within the music industry. As a result, we believe that we have an added edge when writing about artists at all levels in the music business. Additionally, by working in the music industry for decades, we are aware of how the business works, and we use our expertise to create the best music outlet on the planet.

In terms of structure, we stick to music industry standards with our music reviews. As a result, we use an easy to use format which is not only insightful but also gratifying for all readers. Additionally, we are often looking for new ways to improve the structure to make the user experience even more spectacular and memorable.

Innovation

Many call us forward-thinking innovators in our space, and we work endlessly to maintain this reputation. Our team are always looking forward and looking for new ways to innovate the music industry. Every morning, we have a meeting to discuss ways to be innovative, and we have had huge breakthroughs in our tenure.