A strong and skilfully delivered debut set from the tipped Londoner.
This is a "traditional" Spiritualized album down to its marrow, and a great one.
The electro-punk trio's debut is as deliriously creative as it is insufferably obnoxious.
It’s overly dependent on its influences, but this second LP shows promise aplenty.
The Australians have compromised their strengths to force themselves into a new style.
Lights Out is surprising, sincere and, above all, a success.
A debut LP worryingly suitable for soundtracking saccharine mobile phone ads.
As much as he puts himself down, his work speaks confidently for itself.
Favours subtle experimentation and imagination over chorus-heavy bluster.
Dinosaur Jr. lynchpin’s solo LP drifts by like the caress of a summer breeze.
The prolific Truckers hit yet another career peak.
His magnificent tone and supple range shines thanks to Rick Rubin’s production.
One of Petty’s best records gets a lick of deluxe paint.
Animal Collective vocalist’s solo debut leads listeners into darker territory.
A change of direction for the Australian singer, here presenting post-Gaga pop.
An unremarkable debut that simply imitates the innovators.
This time Menomena take aim for the heart as well as the head.
A parade-worthy triumph from an artist rediscovering his experimental side.
One of the hardest-rocking acts operating south of the Mason-Dixon Line.
They’ve explored their boundaries, unconfined by audience expectations.
This re-issued debut comes off as a devoted fan’s tribute album to his heroes.
Plays out like an immaculately observed postcard journal.
