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Live Review: Big Thief @ Rock City
An alternative folk-rock quartet, Big Thief brought their captivating stage presence to Rock City for an enchanting live performance.
Freya Martin
Apr 8, 20204 min read


The Big Read: Mystery Jets
For our next Big Read, Jermaine interviews Blaine Harrison of Mystery Jets to talk crisis, care and their long-awaited return.
Jermain Ethell
Apr 8, 20206 min read


Live Review: Zuzu @ The Bodega
An indie rock sensation from Liverpool, Zuzu brought her winning stage presence and empowering tunes to The Bodega's intimate stage.

Lydia Prettyman
Apr 8, 20202 min read


Live Review: Franc Moody @ Bodega
London-based intergalactic funk collective encapsulate the essence of street music in Nottingham's lofty Bodega.

The Mic Magazine
Apr 8, 20204 min read


Album Review: Sufjan Stevens & Lowell Brams - 'Aporia'
Heavily influenced by psychedelia and new-age styles, Aporia is a fascinating insight into the power of wordless music.
Alex Duke
Apr 6, 20202 min read


Album Review: Pearl Jam - 'Gigaton'
Lucy reviews the latest effort from grunge juggernauts Pearl Jam,
Lucy Gray
Apr 5, 20204 min read


EP Review: The Snuts - 'Mixtape'
Lucy takes a look at the latest EP from Scotland indie outfit The Snuts.
Lucy Gray
Apr 5, 20202 min read


The Mic Recommends...
This week’s picks include singles from The 1975, Boston Manor, Yasmin Lacey, Sports Team and more.

The Mic Magazine
Apr 4, 20206 min read


Live Review: The Big Moon @ Nottingham Contemporary
Following a string of highly prestigious support slots, The Big Moon took to Notts Contemporary for nothing less than a celebratory show.

The Mic Magazine
Apr 2, 20204 min read


Album Review: The Weekend - ‘After Hours’
The Weeknd's After Hours is a juxtaposition of his trademark seductive melancholy with genre-blending 80s.
Faye Nichols
Apr 1, 20204 min read


The Mic Recommends...
A weekly instalment of brand new single reviews, this week covers releases from Squid, Bob Dylan, Childish Gambino and more.
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Mar 29, 20207 min read


Album Review: Sorry - '925'
The trudging and doomy debut record by best pal duo Sorry comes scalding hot, and with apology in their name that is far from necessary.

Olivia Stock
Mar 27, 20206 min read


Live Review: Stereophonics @ Motorpoint Arena
Indie-rock icons Stereophonics prove they've still got it with their triumphant, crowd-pleasing set at Nottingham's Motorpoint Arena.

Alex Melnikov
Mar 24, 20203 min read


Album Review: Morrissey - 'I Am Not a Dog on a Chain'
Morrissey's latest album serves both as an ode to his loyal fans and a warning against the manipulation of the media.
Matthew Andrews
Mar 24, 20203 min read


Album Review: Four Year Strong - 'Brain Pain'
Pop-punk scene stalwarts Four Year Strong are back with their latest, somewhat more mature effort.
Louise Dugan
Mar 24, 20204 min read


Album Review: The Slow Readers Club - 'The Joy of The Return'
The ‘Joy’ of The Return of The Slow Readers Club lies in the diverse songwriting and refreshing vocal approaches from Aaron Starkie.

Cameron Chadwick
Mar 20, 20204 min read


Album Review: Avenged Sevenfold - 'Diamonds In The Rough'
Four years since The Stage, Avenged Sevenfold's old-new album contains three covers, two bonus tracks and one previously unreleased track.

India Gosai
Mar 19, 20203 min read


Live Review: Beartooth @ Rock City
Heavyweights of the metal scene Beartooth deliver a rousing live performance which is as introspective as it is a shared experience.
Louise Dugan
Mar 19, 20204 min read


The Mic International: Electric Avenue 2020 Review
Robyn reports from Christchurch on a promising festival unfortunately slightly marred by poor weather.
Robyn Walford
Mar 19, 20204 min read


Album Review: King Krule - 'Man Alive!'
Owen covers the third album from acclaimed eclectic musician King Krule.
Owen White
Mar 19, 20204 min read
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