Music

As the music industry seeks to skirt around digital blockades, some intriguing innovations are bubbling under the surface. One such innovation is the use of artificial intelligence in the industry. Whether the brainchildren of big tech…

The J and F Band have dropped a new album comprising eight tunes built on talent formed over a lifetime. Heavy on jazz, both straight and avant-garde, but infused with improv rock roots, thanks to an Allman Brothers connection and an…

There’s a confidence flowing around Limerick city these days. Creative people are no longer waiting for support or validation from outside forces, thanks to a grassroots, DIY approach. Artists, musicians, and other creatives are realising…

Drama is an apt title for the second album from Norwegian pop outfit Hajk, the follow-up to their Spelleman Prize nominated self-titled debut – at least, interpersonal melodrama in a lyrical sense. Sonically, the band have undergone a…

Scottish singer-songwriter Nina Nesbitt has released her highly anticipated sophomore album, The Sun Will Come Up, The Seasons Will Change. The brand new offering from Nesbitt is more pop-focused than her past material. The 13 track…

2019 has been an interesting year for music so far. Internationally The Specials hit the number one spot with their first release in almost two decades. Whilst at home, Hozier has just released his first album of new material in four years.…

Look, I know what you’re thinking... A Weezer cover album??? In 2019??? Weezer still exist??? I know, I feel you, I get you. But honestly? The Teal Album is kind of really good. Prompted by fans via Twitter, Weezer released a cover of…

Sam Waks, better known as Sound Strider, has been tinkering with sonic manipulation since the early 2000s. Back then, he cut his teeth mixing vinyl in all kinds of contexts. Since establishing Sound Strider in 2013, he’s toured across…

Spielbergs have released their highly anticipated debut album, This is Not the End. The full-length offering is a stunning first release, packed with entertaining, upbeat tracks. 'Five On It' is a fascinating opener and the vocals bleed…

"You gave away the things you loved, and of them was me.." Listening to Carly Simon's colossal 1972 hit, ‘You’re So Vain’, you realise very quickly that whoever wounded this woman will be reminded for eternity. Every time they hear it…