By Russell Warfield
March 19, 2013
Whether or not tonight’s set is part of a concentrated attempt by Susanne Sundfør to ‘crack’ the UK is unclear, but with the instant accessibility of songs like ‘White Foxes’ synthesising with her established eccentricities throughout excellent new album The Silicone Veil, it’s not a huge leap to say she has been successful in her mission.
By Rosie Duffield
March 19, 2013
Here at Muso’s Guide it’s becoming pretty plain that we like the new work that Stornoway are putting out, after taking a bit longer than is maybe normal to come up with latest album Tales From Terra Firma therefore not content with our double-sized feature and interview with the band from earlier this month (here and here) we let Rosie Duffield loose on the album for a further assessment of its worth. … Continue Reading
By Richard Wink
March 18, 2013
I may be in the minority, but I believe that Harmony Korine’s Spring Breakers will be the most culturally significant film release of 2013, as a result of its staggering depiction of the decadence and decay of the cheddar chasing youth of today. There is one man who will benefit most from Spring Breakers: a man who manages to influence the entire look of the film, from the girls in balaclavas to the white dude in cornrows, and all without even appearing on the soundtrack. And who is this cultural behemoth? Why, that man is a rapper named RiFF RaFF. Mr RaFF has already acknowledged that James Franco’s interpretation of him in the film will make him millions; all he has to do is sit back and let the money drip down. The epitome of passive income. … Continue Reading
By Danielle Gibson
March 18, 2013
Heads up Tom Jenkinson fans, ahead of his upcoming Ufabulum Live show at the Roundhouse in London on March 30th he is giving you the chance to remix ’4001′, the opening track to 2012’s critically acclaimed album Ufabulum (reviewed by us here). … Continue Reading
By Ben Gibson
March 18, 2013
When Suede broke up in 2003 Brett Anderson famously told journalists he needed to “get his demon back”. It is easy to see why, as aside from a couple of songs, Suede’s final two albums (Head Music and A New Morning) were serious disappointments.
By Alex Ward
March 15, 2013
The Kinks aren’t the only good thing to have come out of North London. Garage duo Man Like Me return this month with their new album Pillow Talk. Johnny Langer and Pete Duffy are mostly known for starring in adverts with Jona Lewie. After seeing them at the Lounge on the Farm Festival last summer we knew these guys would be ones to watch. Their performance as well as their music is always energetic and uncannily smart. … Continue Reading
By Stef Siepel
March 15, 2013
The Weekly Froth! A weekly take on six tracks, most of which have recently popped up somewhere in the blogosphere. Bit of a mixed bag with a slight leaning towards house, disco, and remixes, but generally just anything that for some reason tickled the writer’s fancy. … Continue Reading
By Rob Aldam
March 15, 2013
After the release of her debut record In Advance of the Broken Arm, Marnie Stern was soon heralded as the greatest living female guitarist. She has since been wildly lauded for her technical skills and manic finger-tapping style; following up her debut with two critically acclaimed albums rife with high octane intensity and giddy abandon. The Chronicles of Marnia signals a slight change of direction and focus. Whilst she has taken her foot off the gas somewhat (it still feels like a whirlwind at times), her characteristic style and flair is ever-present. … Continue Reading
By Danielle Gibson
March 14, 2013
Hackney Picture House (presented by Heavenly Films) is starting a brand new monthly night of much-loved rarely screened gems from April 4th. The opening night celebrates the tenth anniversary of Finnisterre, directed by Paul Kelly and Kieran Evans, which premiered at the Onedotzero film festival in April 2003. … Continue Reading
By Russell Warfield
March 14, 2013
It’s only a year since Al Spx released her startlingly well-formed and engrossing debut LP I Predict A Graceful Expulsion, but the young artist is already starting to show signs of restlessness about showcasing the old material. This generally manifests itself positively, especially through the promisingly enrapturing smattering of new material offered up tonight. … Continue Reading
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