Album Reviews
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Sassy 009 – ‘Dreamer+’ review: distorted, hypnotic alt-pop that taps into the unconscious
Four years in the making, Sassy 009 flips her ethereal alt-pop into something moodier by entering a dream state
The Cribs – ‘Selling A Vibe’ review: there’s vibrant life in the indie stalwarts yet
Nine studio albums in, and the Jarmans are still adding winning new tricks to their bow
Dry Cleaning – ‘Secret Love’ review: idiosyncratic excellence from London’s punk poets
From six-minute jams to new adventures in freak-folk, the London band carve deeper into their niche on album three
21 Savage – ‘What Happened To The Streets?’ review: a menacing, yet mournful lament on loss and a fractured ATL
The Atlanta star returns to trap’s dark heart, documenting a code in collapse and the grief left behind on album four
Fred Again.. – ‘USB002’ review: a flow state of impulsive floor-fillers
The next chapter of Fred Gibson’s ever-evolving ‘USB’ project is another generous supply of spontaneous, trustworthy bangers
Infinite Coles – ‘SweetFace Killah’ album review: more than just his father’s son
For years, Infinite Coles refused to be defined by Ghostface Killah – but on his debut album, he confronts the legacy he once was adamant to outrun
Dove Ellis – ‘Blizzard’ review: a generational voice emerges from the eye of the storm
The Irish singer makes his mark with a set of tender, intimate, abstract ballads
Oreglo – ‘The Whirr’ EP review: buzzy jazz trio refuse to stay in their lane
Stadium rock, storytelling hip-hop, and lush soundscapes make up this thrilling release
Tems – ‘Love Is A Kingdom’ EP review: exploring love in all its forms
The surprise EP finds the Nigerian powerhouse exploring self, home, romance, and spiritual reflection in her most intimate work yet
Odeal – ‘The Fall That Saved Us’ EP review: sleek R&B that could dare to be riskier
The NME 100 alum’s third release of the year leans deeper into lush R&B minimalism, but its most exciting moments hint at a bolder evolution ahead
The Hellp – ‘Riviera’ review: finding clarity in the comedown
The Los Angeles duo shed their party personas and embrace a grittier, mature aesthetic on their sophomore album
De La Soul – ‘Cabin In The Sky’ review: a grand, moving tribute to late member David Joliceur
The group’s first record since the death of founding member Trugoy The Dove is packed with purpose, poignant lyricism and fresh reflection