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Ho Kin Yunn
Mar 6, 20232 min read
Linkin Park - Lost
In commemoration of the 20th anniversary of Meteora, Linkin Park's second album, the band have unearthed Lost, a previously unreleased...

Cameron Gibbs
Mar 6, 20234 min read
Screaming Females - Desire Pathways
The New Jersey rockers have returned with their first album of the decade. Cameron Gibbs finds out what they can bring to the 2020s A...

Izzy Morris
Mar 6, 20234 min read
Caroline Polachek - Desire, I Want to Turn into You
One of pop music's biggest breakout stars, Caroline Polachek has been testing the limits of the genre to great critical acclaim. Izzy...


Riley Halls Backler
Mar 2, 20232 min read
Gorillaz - Cracker Island
The brainchild of Damon Albarn and Jamie Hewlett returns for a concise synth-pop record that breathes a Californian sound into the...


Mark Fannon
Mar 2, 20233 min read
Gaz Coombes - Turn The Car Around
Compared to other artists that occupy the “90s Britpop stars go solo” genre, Gaz Coombes continues to fly somewhat under the radar with...


Alice Beard
Jan 28, 20233 min read
The Murder Capital - Gigi's Recovery
The Murder Capital emerged from the COVID-19 pandemic an entirely rejuvenated band, with a more contemplative, pensive sound to match the...


Luke Bower
Jan 27, 20232 min read
Viagra Boys - Cave World (Deluxe)
Not content with letting their critically acclaimed 2022 album rest, Viagra Boys have released a deluxe edition of the record. Luke Bower...


The Mic Magazine
Dec 18, 202211 min read
The Mic's Albums of the Year
2022 has been a phenomenal year for music of all genres: neckbreaking-riffs, soul-crushing ballads and occasional genius. When it's more...


Ewan Samms
Nov 28, 20224 min read
Paige Bea - Goodbye, Then!
London synth witch Paige Bea returns with a refreshingly detailed EP. Releases editor Ewan Samms explores it's twists and turns. Praise...

Hal Hewlett
Nov 28, 20224 min read
Gladie - Don't Know What You're in Until You're Out
A mature offering from Philadelphia's Gladie, their sophomore album proves that they're in control of their sound. Hal Hewlett tells all....

Ewan Samms
Nov 23, 20225 min read
Ella Clayton - Murmurations
A new voice in London folk cements herself as a bonafide songstress with her debut album, Murmurations. The Mic's Releases Editor Ewan...

Jodie Averis
Nov 17, 20223 min read
Boston Manor - Datura
It seems only fitting that Blackpool quintet Boston Manor title their brooding new album as Datura, given that datura flowers open their...


Madelaine Dinnage
Oct 31, 20221 min read
Holly Humberstone - Can You Afford to Lose Me?
Holly Humberstone announces a new compilation EP with a fresh single, Can You Afford to Lose Me? Holly Humberstone’s new release, Can You...


Olivia Hannant
Oct 31, 20221 min read
Matt Maltese - Mother
Matt Maltese reflects on loss and how our internal worlds affect the ones around us, in typical hushed tones. Matt Maltese’s new single...


Alice Beard
Oct 31, 20221 min read
Sam Fender - Wild Grey Ocean
One of the UK's most refreshing rockers, Sam Fender adds to his consistent collection of songs with Wild Grey Ocean. Once again, Sam...

The Mic Magazine
Oct 31, 20224 min read
Arctic Monkeys - The Car (collaborative review)
After years of morphing from relatable rockers to stylish schmoozers, Arctic Monkeys return with both feet firmly planted in the lounge....

Olivia Hannant
Oct 26, 20223 min read
Taylor Swift - Midnights
Following two stellar offerings as a timeless folk songwriter, role model to self-loathing white girls everywhere, Taylor Swift, returns...


Sam Christelow
Oct 26, 20222 min read
Television Screams - Uncomfortably Numb
Following two viral and gut-busting singles, Television Screams return with a promising new tune, as described by Sam Christelow....

Will Griffin
Oct 21, 20224 min read
Loyle Carner - hugo
After years of being the nicest man in UK Hip-Hop, Loyle Carner returns with a boldly mature, daring and introspective effort. Will...

Ewan Samms
Oct 19, 20225 min read
The 1975 - Being Funny In A Foreign Language
The 1975 return with their strongest album yet, littered with details, immaculate production and a fine line walked between poetry and...
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