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Sound and style — how Sisters of Hysteria craft their signature aesthetic

London-based punk band Sisters of Hysteria aren’t just making noise with their music—they’re making a statement with their style. Known for their striking monochrome aesthetic and effortlessly coordinated looks, the band balances punk aggression with a playful, feminine energy. In this interview, drummer Madeleine Marston, guitarist Hanna Serwiak, singer Lily Crook and bassist Jessica Ingram… Continue reading Sound and style — how Sisters of Hysteria craft their signature aesthetic

Bob Dylan’s misunderstood masterpiece — the moral sunrise of New Morning

Bob Dylan’s early 1970s period is often viewed through the lens of a man in retreat. Following the era-defining snarl of Highway 61 Revisited and the enigmatic isolation of the Woodstock years, Dylan released Self Portrait (1970)—an album so intentionally confounding that Rolling Stone famously opened its review with: “What is this shit?” However, just… Continue reading Bob Dylan’s misunderstood masterpiece — the moral sunrise of New Morning

The band is getting back together: 10 Oasis songs you should know, beyond Wonderwall

The internet has been buzzing with rumours of a possible Oasis reunion, with the release of a cryptic post on the band’s X account that features only the date of 27 August 2024 at 8 am, in the band’s iconic logo font. It was announced earlier this month that the band will be reuniting for… Continue reading The band is getting back together: 10 Oasis songs you should know, beyond Wonderwall

“&” (ampersand) — Bastille’s beautiful symphony of storytelling

Bastille have unveiled their fifth album, &, a beautiful and ambitious synchrony of sound and storytelling. This 14-track record weaves together narratives of both real and imagined figures, such as the biblical Eve, the mythological Narcissus, the painter Edvard Munch and the lesser-known Chinese pirate Zheng Yi Sao. & is a treasure trove of lyricism… Continue reading “&” (ampersand) — Bastille’s beautiful symphony of storytelling

Travis Scott continues to define his sound in Utopia

‘A walk-in attraction’ – Circus Maximus Experimental and genre-bending, Utopia offers a masterfully produced soundtrack combining Scott’s tactile, iconic sound with meticulous beats and instrumentals to create innovative music illustrating his versatility and willingness to take risks. While there may be a lack of a coherent artistic vision within the album, Scott stays true to… Continue reading Travis Scott continues to define his sound in Utopia