Prince’s conceptually sound 1981 album Controversy - named after the titular track - is an under-valued classic. Whilst Prince’s...

For fans of ESG, Talking Heads and The Slits, please welcome Gustaf, the art punk five-piece from New York City.

Even though the university term is now well and truly underway, The Mic’s writers still make the time to offer their thoughts on this...

Joel Johnston has released a string of EPs in recent years under the name Far Caspian. Now the sophisticated indie rocker returns with a...

YUNGBLUD (AKA Dominic Harrison) is known for his outspoken views, outrageous outfits, and high energy performances. Having never been to one

Gracing the stage in front of an electrifying crowd, rising band Inhaler took on Rock City with an iconic performance. Benedict Watson revie

Having released their critically acclaimed debut album Bright Green Field in the midst of the global pandemic, Squid were more than ready...

After 18 months of silence, it’s been fascinating watching each limb of the music industry wake back up, piece by piece. First were the...

Usually fans attending a McFly concert expect, in the words of frontman Danny Jones, to leave “entertained, hearts racing, with smiles...

Our university courses are starting today, but don't let that get you down! There's plenty of new music to check out this week that will...

Alessia Cara’s pandemic project takes a deep dive into her mental state throughout 2020. The Mic’s Mia Versluys shares her thoughts.

You Me At Six released their third album Sinners Never Sleep on 3rd October 2011 – exactly ten years ago to the day. So, Gemma Cockrell...

The Mic takes a trip to Leeds as Nieve ODonnell reviews Bull's takeover of Brudenell Social Club.

Capturing the magic of an intimate venue, King No-One brought their tour to Nottingham's Bodega on September 18th. Lucas Mannion reviews.

Jake Bugg is quite possibly the biggest artist to come out of Nottingham in recent years, leaping onto the scene with his number one...

Leeds founded, London based collective Nubiyan Twist took over Rescue Rooms stage (and the audiences’ bodies) last Wednesday. Izzy Felton...

It's freshers week, The Mic has lots of new members, and it's time for the first The Mic Recommends of this term. alt-J are finally back...

The Lathums have been one of the most exciting indie bands for a good few years now. However, until today, they didn’t even have an album...

Liverpool’s Zuzu is releasing her debut album Queensway Tunnel on 12th November. She caught up with Gemma Cockrell to discuss the stories...

Rescue Rooms is packed with a crowd raring to see this fast-rising duo from Brighton, reports Regan Gishen. With the brilliant Finn...