Honestly, as much as I despise the rampant four months of Christmas being forcefully rammed down our throats until we vomit, I like this time of year. I think about writing this article all year. Every time I go to a show or listen to a new album, I think: “Will this make it onto … Continue reading 2022 Crew Review: Ross Green – Deputy Editor-in-Chief
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Crew Review 2021: Ross – Deputy Editor-in-Chief
The more things change, the more they stay the same. We started 2021 locked up because of a virus and it’s looking like we may end it in a similar fashion. And much like every other year I’m written one of these year-end reviews, I’m flabbergasted that we’re at the end of another calendar year … Continue reading Crew Review 2021: Ross – Deputy Editor-in-Chief
2020 Crew Review: Ross – Deputy Editor-in-Chief
Usually, these articles start with a “Wow, is it that time again?” But this year, it feels like it’s been a marathon to get to this point, rather than a sprint. Probably because, well...y’know. While the bottom may have dropped out the live music industry in a momentous fashion, we’ve still had the opportunity to … Continue reading 2020 Crew Review: Ross – Deputy Editor-in-Chief
Album Review: IDLES – Ultra Mono
The more things change, the more they stay the same. As IDLES invested as much of themselves and time available to them over the years, eventually, the dam broke and they saw success after success. Overnight success, they are not. Third album, Ultra Mono, has the five-piece take aim at the same issues as Brutalism … Continue reading Album Review: IDLES – Ultra Mono
Livestream Review: IDLES – Abbey Road Lock-in Sessions
As 2020 continues to 2020, live music continues to be in a drought. So when bands aren’t churning out the latest cover or “isolation-inspired” single, we’ve also had a number of live streams of bands performing, all with their own unique take on it. As IDLES prepare to release their upcoming album, Ultra Mono, they’ve … Continue reading Livestream Review: IDLES – Abbey Road Lock-in Sessions
New video from IDLES as they tease third EP
Today, IDLES have returned with a new track, "Mr. Motivator" - a battering ram of positivity that’s also the first preview of their highly anticipated third LP due out later this year. The song doubles down on the (self-admitted) sloganeering and social commentary that's become the band’s signature, yet here more than ever they’re able … Continue reading New video from IDLES as they tease third EP