MUSIC REVIEWS
Merpire - ‘MILK POOL’ Review: Turning the ‘difficult second album’ into something beautiful
This is supposed to be the difficult second album. But, on every listen, it becomes abundantly clear that Merpire has flipped this idea on its head, turning the challenge into something rather beautiful.
Basht. - ‘Bitter And Twisted’ Review: A poignant snapshot of the uncomfortable side of being ‘human’, and a follow-up to one of the best EPs of 2024
A collection of stories telling the uncomfortable side of the human experience.
Somebody’s Child - ‘When Youth Fades Away’ Review: A beautifully written, timeless record which deserves more praise than words alone
Somebody’s Child has crafted a modern-rock soundtrack bursting with nostalgia and grooves which will have you returning again and again.
Courting - ‘Lust For Life’ Review: An exhilarating thrill ride of their best work is also their most divisive
If Courting keeps up this level of creativity, their catalogue will be phenomenal.
Daily J - ‘SCATTERBRAINS’ Review: A timeless love letter to Summer, washed up in a bottle just waiting to be discovered
Daily J’s sophomore effort is a worthy love letter to Summer.
zzzahara - ‘Spiral Your Way Out’ Review: The perfect soundtrack to self-discovery during breakup aftermath
zzzahara’s fourth record came to life in the ashes of a relationship trying to fit someone else’s mould and therefore hitting (inevitable) rock bottom.
THANK - ‘I Have A Physical Body That Can Be Harmed’ Review: A sophomore effort that lets the underdogs run wild
Touching on woke culture, broken society and corporate greed, THANK explore the whimsical and cyclical nature of modern living in a genuinely exciting punk-rock album.
Hello Mary - ‘Emita Ox’ Review: A perfect re-introduction to one of the most exciting female bands on the rise.
A perfect re-introduction to one of the most exciting female bands on the rise.
Telebox - ‘When Night Turns Into Day’ Review: An exhilarating sophomore EP from rising Galway-stars
A resounding example of what can be achieved when artists follow their instincts and have fun.
Sea Girls - ‘Midnight Butterflies’ Review: A triumphant masterclass in pop perfection
Creatively rejuvenated and self-assured, comes Midnight Butterflies. Sea Girls’ most focused record yet and serves as an authentic application to pop perfection.
Alexandra Leaving - ‘An Exorcise In Anger’ Review: A cathartic release of pent-up female rage
An Exorcise in Anger is a solid debut, and sets the direction for a new alt-rock star ready to put her foot down and claim a top spot one day.
Nixer - ‘I Hit The Town And The Town Hit Back’ Review: A compelling EP, giving us the keys to a dystopian city we call reality
Full of Irish charm and post-punk attitude, Nixer is a ball of energy just waiting to be discovered. I Hit The Town And The Town Hit Back is a compelling EP, giving you enough to fall in love with the music, but leaving a thirst for more.
Corella - ‘Once Upon A Weekend’ Review: Unequivocally Corella at their best, and a debut that’ll stand the test of time
Corella’s Once Upon A Weekend is an indie record that’ll stand the test of time. An album that’ll soundtrack your favourite of Summers and darkest of Winters, there’s a song on here for everyone.
Basht. - ‘Dirty White Lies’ Review: A prodigious collection forming the most electrifying debut EP in years
Dublin’s most hyped indie-rock outfit dropped their massive EP, Dirty White Lies. A prodigious collection of stories around toxic and abusive love forming the most electrifying EP in years.
NewDad - ‘Madra’ Review: A visceral depiction of turmoil, self-destruction and madness
Madra faces the question every band asks. How can we create new self-expression? NewDad flirts with that concept, building a visceral, immersive and emotional debut record. One of the best we’ve heard in a while.
Holly Humberstone - ‘Paint My Bedroom Black’ Review: Ghosting, toxicity & self-awareness
Holly’s debut is a stunning take on grappling with the difficult life lessons that come with your early 20s in the modern day.
Nothing But Thieves - ‘Dead Club City’ Review: DCC is a one-time party
Nothing But Thieves hit the dance floor with album no.4 but fail at owning their groove preferring familiarity over focus.
The 1975 - ‘Being Funny In A Foreign Language’ Review: Familiar, but better
Healy and Co lean inwards for the most bold, confident and focused album of their career.
YUNGBLUD - ‘YUNGBLUD’ Review: Confident, energetic and raw as ever
YUNGBLUD responds to haters with liberating new record, empowering fans to dance and singalong.