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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...
Mark Fannon
Mar 2, 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...
Alice Beard
Jan 28, 20233 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...
Luke Bower
Jan 27, 20232 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...

The Mic Magazine
Dec 18, 202211 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...
Ewan Samms
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....
Hal Hewlett
Nov 28, 20224 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...
Ewan Samms
Nov 23, 20225 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...
Jodie Averis
Nov 17, 20223 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...
Madelaine Dinnage
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...
Olivia Hannant
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...
Alice Beard
Oct 31, 20221 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....

The Mic Magazine
Oct 31, 20224 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...
Olivia Hannant
Oct 26, 20223 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....
Sam Christelow
Oct 26, 20222 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...
Will Griffin
Oct 21, 20224 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...
Ewan Samms
Oct 19, 20225 min read


Nessa Barrett - young forever
On today's episode of TikToker turned credible artist, we have Nessa Barrett, as reviewed by Gemma Cockrell. I am aware that some...
Gemma Cockrell
Oct 19, 20223 min read


Clairo - Sling (Retrospective)
A timeless-sounding album from a youthful yet mature artist, Clairo's Sling stuns in it's vivid poetry and musical control. Following...
Ewan Samms
Oct 14, 20229 min read


Trashed - ‘Happy In Hindsight’
Bristol-based pop-punk emo rock band Trashed are on the cusp of releasing their debut full-length album, and Jake Longhurst was lucky...
Jake Longhurst
Oct 13, 20224 min read


Chloe Moriondo - 'SUCKERPUNCH'
Chloe Moriondo is done being a pop darling. On her new album, SUCKERPUNCH, they leave behind tired pop flavours and bedroom covers in...
Gemma Cockrell
Oct 12, 20222 min read
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