Latest Reviews 21-27 January 2013 

Songs of the MetropolisGilad Atzmon & The Orient House Ensemble
A calmer-than-usual concept set from the virtuoso saxophonist.reviewed by Martin Longley

Let It All InI Am Kloot
A consistently intriguing album which may prove more enduring than its predecessor.reviewed by Jeanette Leech

Anything in ReturnToro y Moi
Both a continuation and extension of this artist's previous offerings.reviewed by Luke Slater

Wolf’s LawThe Joy Formidable
The Joy Formidable prove that having stadium-sized ambitions needn’t neuter originality.reviewed by Ben Hewitt

Hardcourage FaltyDL
A calmer, more measured set than fans of the man’s music might be expecting.reviewed by Rory Gibb

No Beginning No End José James
James refines his sound on this Blue Note debut, with impressive results.reviewed by Marcus J. Moore

True NorthBad Religion
LA punk rock veterans return with an overpowering 16th studio album.reviewed by Ian Winwood

We Are the 21st Century Ambassadors of Peace & MagicFoxygen
Their influences are old, but the Californian duo’s enthusiasm shines through.reviewed by Mike Haydock

CentraliaMountains
An altogether entrancing experience from the New York-based pair.reviewed by Alex Deller

Nunca Te Vi De Boa Sexy Fi
Strong and varied set from this hard-to-pigeonhole Brazilian duo.reviewed by David Katz

Banana Skank EPRoots Manuva
A quick, transitional recording for the veteran MC.reviewed by Marcus J. Moore

Live at LegendsBuddy Guy
Super live cuts and studio extras which offer proof of Guy’s ageless appeal.reviewed by Robin Denselow

HomeNosaj Thing
A frequently beautiful second LP from the LA producer.reviewed by Mike Diver

Secret Soundz, Volume 2The Pictish Trail
A spirited album converting life’s sadder aspects into music graced with humour and joy.reviewed by Jude Clarke

Lonesome DreamsLord Huron
A rootsy, all-American affair offering an ingenuous, prairie-wide signature.reviewed by David Sheppard

Wash the Sins Not Only the FaceEsben and the Witch
Brighton band eschews cliché, sounding sleek, fluid and effortlessly modern on album two.reviewed by Martin Aston

PollenWave Machines
Finely wrought modern funk-pop wearing its emotions on its sleeve.reviewed by David Sheppard

Milo Greene Milo Greene
A subtle spell is cast by this gentle collection of songs.reviewed by Mike Haydock