Thomas Smith
Thomas Smith is NME's Commissioning Editor (Music) and joined the team in 2015. In that time he has interviewed artists such as Billie Eilish, Coldplay, Vampire Weekend, The Killers and more.
Page 6
Slowthai – ‘UGLY’ review: the agony and the ecstasy
Meet Me In The Bathroom: the story of the scene in 10 key albums
As we announce the inaugural NME Screens, we look back at the music that soundtracks the new documentary
Gorillaz – ‘Cracker Island’ review: conventional, but richly satisfying
The band eschew industry-busting rollouts or a concept-heavy narrative, instead showing their influence on pop's present and future
Inhaler – ‘Cuts & Bruises’ review: a bold step forward
Their debut arrived as mid-pandemic lifeline to a generation stuck inside. Its noisier, shinier follow-up is similarly affecting
Ice Spice – ‘Like…?’ review: meme-worthy, hater-baiting New York rap
On her first extended release since her viral breakout, the inescapable rapper proves that her gift is her star power
Måneskin – ‘RUSH!’ review: the rock’n’roll circus rumbles on
The Italian band cap off a whirlwind period by sticking to their guns in the face of industry bluster and interference
New Year’s Resolutions: how to be a better music listener in 2023
Want to shake up your listening experiences in 2023? Here's how you can do it...
Little Simz – ‘NO THANK YOU’ review: she’s got a bone to pick
This surprise 10-track collection is a clear-headed riposte to the fame game and the industry hangers-on trying to take a slice
Phoenix live in London: another staggering assault on the senses
Utilising the tricks of their “digital opera” set, the French band’s commitment to preserving and enhancing their buoyant indie-pop anthems is endearing
Phoenix – ‘Alpha Zulu’ review: indie-pop’s modern masters exhibit flair and panache
The French band recorded their seventh album 'Alpha Zulu' amidst splendour in Paris' Louvre Palace
Arctic Monkeys – ‘The Car’ review: a swashbuckling, strings-fuelled epic
The band’s spectacular seventh album summarises their story so far: sharp songwriting, relentless innovation and unbreakable teamwork
Phoenix: “We’ve had fun breaking the rules throughout our career”
The French indie legends’ expansive seventh album was recorded amidst decadent splendour at the Musée des Arts Décoratifs in Paris’ Louvre Palace. NME heads into the artists’ studio to get the full picture