Latest Reviews 23-29 August 2010 
Put the Stereo OnGappy Ranks
A meeting of eras that should please all the people, all the time.reviewed by Angus Taylor
InnerspeakerTame Impala
Australians’ debut displays an intuitive feel for psychedelia’s insurgent streak.reviewed by Alex Denney
Tomorrow MorningEels
A more playful, relaxed listen than its predecessor, but a little slack of execution.reviewed by James Skinner
Stridulum IIZola Jesus
Gothic scream-queen digs up the dark side of the 80s.reviewed by Spencer Grady
Ghost Train – The Studio B SessionsMarty Stuart
Stuart adds a little spice to traditional country motifs on his latest studio LP.reviewed by Nick Barraclough
ParadesEfterklang
Efterklang’s finest LP to date reissued with bonus EP.reviewed by Mike Diver
Total 11Various Artists
Kompakt’s latest compilation is a great gateway into the Cologne label.reviewed by Adam Kennedy
Memphis Magic Kids
Tennessee pop sprites prove more than just Beach Boys copyists.reviewed by Johnny Sharp
Paupers Field Dylan LeBlanc
Louisiana singer taps into Gram Parsons and Neil Young on a smooth debut LP.reviewed by Everett True
WeathervanesFreelance Whales
An unremarkable debut that simply imitates the innovators.reviewed by Chris Lo
Strange Weather, Isn't It? !!!
The punk-funkers’ return warrants celebration given the bruising time they’ve endured.reviewed by Greg Cochrane
RiversWildbirds & Peacedrums
Two EPs combine to make a single, beguiling long-player.reviewed by David Sheppard
Marcus Garvey/Garvey's GhostBurning Spear
Winston Rodney’s first album to attract acclaim beyond Jamaica reissued with bonus dubs.reviewed by Martin Longley
My So-Called LifeVenetian Snares
A hit and miss album, but its high points salvage it from inconsequentiality.reviewed by Chris Power
Special Moves / BurningMogwai
The mighty Scottish instrumentalists recorded live in Brooklyn.reviewed by Noel Gardner
Scott Pilgrim vs. the WorldVarious Artists
A wild yet charming soundtrack to one of this summer’s best, and weirdest, blockbusters.reviewed by Mike Diver
TenJason Moran
A typically bold expression of the pianist’s multifaceted personality.reviewed by Kevin Le Gendre
Mwaliko Lionel Loueke
Expresses both artistic maturity and an ability to think as a communicative musician.reviewed by Kevin Le Gendre
SoloVijay Iyer
The pianist, both disciple and unruly pupil of Monk, relishes flying solo.reviewed by Phil Smith
Public StrainWomen
It might take time to grasp, but this is one of 2010’s finest LPs.reviewed by Rob Webb
Holkham DronesLuke Abbott
At its most hypnotic, Holkham Drones transcends genre limitations entirely.reviewed by Mike Diver
So Runs the World Away Josh Ritter
Ritter’s sixth LP shows potential for greatness in time.reviewed by Alex Tudor
Surfing the VoidKlaxons
Against the odds, it might be time to sit up and pay Klaxons some respect.reviewed by Andy Fyfe
Lost Where I BelongAndreya Triana
Regularly takes flight and carries your heart heavenwards with it.reviewed by Paul Clarke
The UnionThe Union
Former Thunder and Winterville men produce the album of their careers.reviewed by Greg Moffitt
Rough Trade Shops: Psych Folk 10Various Artists
It’s interesting how a sound so British has beguiled so many acts from the USA.reviewed by Sid Smith
Symphony No.4 / Fragments from Kanon PokajanenArvo Pärt
Each movement has its own character, motifs binding constituents into a wonderful whole.reviewed by Charlotte Gardner
Double Portrait Bill Charlap & Renee Rosnes
A curious set that doesn’t quite capture these soloists at their best.reviewed by Kevin Le Gendre
Mega Mega MegaThe Count & Sinden
Intelligent dance music that is as entertaining as it is enterprising.reviewed by Chris White
KnoxvilleFennesz/Daniell/Buck
Live improvisations from experimental heavy-hitters.reviewed by Spencer Grady
Warp RidersThe Sword
Texan rockers are sure to crumble the cynics with their sci-fi-themed third LP.reviewed by Noel Gardner
