Animated and unrelenting debut set from London electro-rock quartet.
A double album of evolution, showcasing a Biffy Clyro ready for any industry curveballs.
If they survive the winners’ curse, Little Mix could prove an interesting prospect.
The record-breaking boyband’s second album ticks every fan’s boxes.
An album both novel and nostalgic, yet with an identity entirely of its own.
Scots’ comeback showcases their tightly defined chemistry and accomplished storytelling.
The trio’s second album arrives well-equipped to do some serious damage to the charts.
A play-it-safe debut from the Irish trio, though not without its charms.
With an inimitable voice and a charismatic presence, Delilah is pop royalty in waiting.
It’s the more sincere moments that prove standouts on Cheryl’s third album.
New Yorkers’ second LP is one big, beautiful oxymoron, and really rather special.
Album six sees the US pop-rockers toying with their formula… slightly.
Mature and considered rock from a band playing to its strengths on album eight.
This second studio album cements Minaj’s reputation as a truly unique entity.
A polished debut that’ll leave his fans wanting more.
Revels in its approachable, unashamed pop goodness.
Rapper’s new album has staying power way beyond any flavour-of-the-month fascination.
Love him or loathe him, Guetta’s influence on today’s pop is incredible.
An album that transcends any accepted conventions for female singer-songwriters.
Beautifully illustrates the talent of its author, on a level he dictates.
Self-effacing fourth album from the Canadian star, but lacking authenticity.
Turns out that I’m Like a Bird was something of a red herring…
An album of intellect and development, its makers as commanding as they ever were.
Displays intelligence, individuality and character – but too often morphs into parody.
Boasts a perfect, accessible sound for the distinctive vocals of a distinctive artist.
Commendably sells their incomparable brand of dark, licentious rock beautifully.
Sweet 7 doesn’t sell the Sugababes as individuals or as a brand.
A slinky second album from the award-winning Australian teenager.
It’s relevant, it’s contemporary, and it’s edgy enough.
Music of a staggeringly low quality.
An album of box-ticking, airwave-satiating harmlessness.
Validates the authentic musician behind the gloss.
The Law of the Playground is a pretty close approximation as to how it would sound.
Technical wizardry on keyboards and guitar, ambitious harmonies achieved by...
Scars – if they can't be completely removed by surgery, at least they fade in time.
Alternate Endings proves that Fightstar are far from transitory.
Tindersticks know their craft, and can execute it with finesse.
Rather than being a masterpiece, it's more a brief demonstration of genuine potential.
If nothing else, it's the mark of a band finally ready for the big time.
...Underlines the band as one hell of a bright prospect.
The mark of a band who've put a bit of love into their flipside catalogue.
I Should Coco stands up as an iconic 90s masterpiece.
The ex-Sugababe's second album puts her firmly in the spotlight.
Tune-friendly pop-rock from these Londoners. Hotly-tipped by BBC News!
...On this evidence, could well be a Johnny Cash for the 21st century.
...She’s going to soar.
...These songs just about invoke a shoulder-shrug.
...There’s very little to find fault with.
