New Music Review #42

10 more songs you really need to hear!

Alex Hulme - Family Tree

With shades of Seafret in its delivery this is a surprisingly building indie-rock number. (6.5/10)

Blondie - Long Time 

Not quite as memorable or powerful as their last single but Blondie still prove to have an ear for a good little radio-friendly tune. (6.5/10)

Clean Cut Kid - Leaving You Behind

Clean Cut Kid delivery another fun and friendly pop-indie crossover. (6/10)

Dan Auerbach - Shine On Me

'Shine On Me' is one of those poppy, upbeat songs that proves catchy after just the first listen. With a catchy hook-filled chorus this is excellent and a must hear! (7.5/10)

Deep Purple – Johnny’s Band

Back after many years in the wilderness Deep Purple are back with this incredibly catchy pop-rock number that sounds like an instant classic. Singable, well written and fun this is just the sort of new song summer 2017 needs. (8/10)

Erasure - Love You To The Sky

Erasure have had a bit of a come back recently and this new song is a strong follow-up to their recent work. It's not a huge departure but it's very poppy and fun. (7/10)

Fickle Friends - Hello Hello

With hints of Tegan and Sara and Chvrches, this is a great catchy little pop-indie number with a funky, catchy beat. (7/10)

Paramore: Hard Times

Paramore are back with another great quirky pop track with interesting production and a simple, yet catchy, chorus. Great. (7/10)

Rick Astley - This Old House

Not the song you might be expecting from the title, this is another great cut from the album but with a slight club-theme added to the familiar ragga piano. Fun. (6.5/10)

Two Door Cinema Club - Lavender

It's been a while since I've heard anything from the 'club, but this is a catchy little pop hit thanks to its 'gravity's got a hold of me' chorus. Great. (7/10)

New Music Review #014

Ten more great songs worth listening to today!

Alicia Keys feat. A$AP Rocky - Blended Family (What You Do For Love)

Alicia Keys can often be relied on to bring something out that's a great listen with a message behind it, and her latest is no exception. (6.5/10)

Bring Me The Horizon - Oh No

With a catchy hook built around the phrase 'Be Careful What You Wish For', this is a strong slice of indie-rock that feels like one of their best in a while! (6.5/10)

Clean Cut Kid - Make Believe 

'Make Believe' is a perky, pop number with plenty of heart and a catchy, radio-friendly feel. (6.5/10)

Daya - Sit Still, Look Pretty

Referencing Aqua's breakthrough hit 'Barbie Girl' this is also a slice of fun pop with a catchy choral hook. Well worth checking out! (7/10)

Galantis & Hook N Sling - Love On Me

Musically this isn't breaking new ground but it's uptempo beat and positive vibe is a great listen! (6.5/10)


Gregory Porter - In Fashion

Gregory Porter brings another funky number that wins you over with its rhythm. He might be still sticking to a formula, but at least it works. (6.5/10)

Hardwell feat. Jay Sean - Thinking About You 

It's pretty familiar musically but there's enough fun and funk in it to keep fans of the genre happy. (6.5/10)

Rebecca Ferguson - Superwoman

Rebecca Ferguson has an incredible listenable powerful voice which lends itself to this song. It's not her best material but it's great to hear her again. (6.5/10)


Throttle feat Lunchmoney Lewis & Aston Merrygold - Money Maker

Definitely the weirdest and whackiest number in this list, the video might be NSFW but the funky merging of three great talents with a Michael Jackson and seventies vibe is inspired. (7.5/10)

Wilkinson feat. Karen Harding - Sweet Lies

It takes ages to get going but at least when it does it brings some energy. Shame it's a little cliched in its sound. (6/10)