Our pick of the releases out on 7 August starts with Jason Molina. After moving from the American midwest to London at some point in 2006 or 2007, separated from his bandmates and friends and never one for idleness, Molina explored his new home with fervour. The ‘Eighth Gate’ was Molina’s way into London. In…
This week’s batch of recommended releases is smaller than usual, but still perfectly formed. There are very few musicians for whom the description ‘legendary’ is appropriate, but Richard Thompson is one of those few; Live At Rockpalast features two shows recorded in ’83 and ’84, spread over 3 CDs and 2 DVDs, and is both…
We start the recommended releases for 7 April with The Far Field, full of the eerie synths and rolling bass lines that make Future Islands’ work so instantly recognisable. This follow-up to the massively successful Singles will further cement their reputation with all those in love with their song-craft. Imelda May returns with a new…
Release of the week for 9 March is the latest from pop legend Madonna, and there are also brand new albums from fellow legends Marc Almond, Jimmy Somerville and Robin Trower, along with new releases from Matthew E. White, Enslaved and Bethel Music, and a reissue of Deep Purple live from 1971. Click here…