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Bret McKenzie – Songs Without Jokes: Album Review

Bret McKenzie makes the solo break away from hit comedies and film soundtracks with his first full length long player; Songs Without Jokes.

ANIIMALIA release their new EP and show just what all the hype is about…they are a band to really keep an eye on.

Long Distance Calling release a new album dedicated to human abuse of the environment through some original soundscapes.

Tim Bowness – the man with the butterfly mind – talks to At The Barrier.

Sumptuous recording of Gretchen Peters at her finest, in concert, with her band and the Southern Fried Quartet.

Emma Ruth Rundle and Jo Quail combine for a breathtaking performance at Manchester’s Stoller Hall.

Catch up with a visual treat as our Cropredy 2022 gallery hits the pages.

The first in-depth look at the making of Depeche Mode’s ‘Violator’ and its enduring legacy, by Kevin May and David McElroy

The return of Chagall Guevara after a rather long break pays dividends.

Swampy hardcore electric blues from Nashville, with added flavours of gospel, soul and zydeco, from 2nd generation blues royalty; Shemekia Copeland.

Bittersweet confrontations with old age – from Westchester’s master satirist Loudon Wainwright III.

Wickham Festival 2022 was a far cry from last years’ deluge ridden iteration. We were in sunshine for this years festival.

Fairport’s Cropredy Convention returns – three years on. The sun was out, the music was great, and a wonderful time was had by all.

The Guv’nor – Ashley Hutchings – 100 Not Out.

Arch Enemy unleash Deceivers; the bands’ latest…their 11th… long player. Could this be a career high for the heavy metal outfit?