Latest Reviews 29 August - 4 September 2011 
Young the GiantYoung the Giant
Tipped by Morrissey, this Orange County quintet could be the next Coldplay.reviewed by Andy Fyfe
The Rip TideBeirut
Full of the kind of weary romanticism its maker could probably patent by now.reviewed by James Skinner
The Bandana SplitsThe Bandana Splits
50s doo-wop, 90s indie and retro pop combines for a puzzling debut release.reviewed by David Quantick
Endless NowMale Bonding
Less Endless Now and more Perpetual Yesterday, with all the ennui that implies.reviewed by Jimmy Martin
I’m With YouRed Hot Chili Peppers
A more concise affair than its predecessor, but the Chilis’ latest is far from vital.reviewed by James Skinner
The Story of Trojan Records Various Artists
An incredibly diverse five-CD set celebrating the legendary British label.reviewed by Lloyd Bradley
The MannequinSam Duckworth
An understated ‘debut’ collection from the sometime Get Cape man.reviewed by John Aizlewood
TissaliTinariwen
Tinariwen continue to shift perceptions of what ‘world’ music can be.reviewed by John Doran
Tha Carter IVLil Wayne
Studio LP number nine from the multi-million seller could be his UK breakthrough proper.reviewed by Mike Diver
Welcome to the Madhouse BLNRB
German electro artists head to Africa for a remarkable collaborative album.reviewed by Louis Pattison
Chamber VespersThe Gonzaga Band
A wealth of great invention and craftsmanship to be appreciated.reviewed by Graham Rogers
Better Day Dolly Parton
Parton’s 41st studio LP sparkles with the enthusiasm of a debut.reviewed by Andrew Mueller
The Golden Age of ApocalypseThundercat
Specially made for a long, hot, daydream-filled summer.reviewed by Colin Buttimer
Ghost on the CanvasGlen Campbell
The country legend’s final album, and a fine way to bow out of the business.reviewed by Martin Aston
Nothing but the Beat David Guetta
Love him or loathe him, Guetta’s influence on today’s pop is incredible.reviewed by Al Fox
Tamer AnimalsOther Lives
The most uniquely sublime, meticulous and heroic 40 minutes of 2011.reviewed by Martin Aston
A Different Kind of FixBombay Bicycle Club
A mature mix of jaunty and jaundiced music from the north Londoners.reviewed by Chris Roberts
Athens ConcertCharles Lloyd / Maria Farantouri
A set which finds the reedsman’s core band in a completely unfamiliar setting.reviewed by Martin Longley
Piano Sonatas Vol.3 (piano: Jean-Efflam Bavouzet)Joseph Haydn
Insightful recordings which considerably further the cause of greater Haydn appreciation.reviewed by Graham Rogers
