Ciara Mary-Alice Thompson, better known as CMAT, is a rising star in the British music scene. The 25-year-old from Dublin, Ireland has just released her…
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Following the relaxing of Covid restrictions, this winter season has seen a renaissance in live performances and a much-needed boost for the whole music industry.…
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Peaky Blinders is a titan of modern television. From humble beginnings, the BBC show has gone from strength to strength over its soon-to-be six series…
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In December 2021, musician and NTU student, Reuben Johnston, released his first single ‘Just Coffee’ under the name Moggie. Taking inspiration from genres like lo-fi…
View More NTU student Moggie has audiences purring with debut single ‘Just Coffee’
After the release of their 2020 EP ‘Remote’, Wallows, made up of Dylan Minnette, Cole Preston and Braeden Lemasters, are back with their latest single…
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The last few hours of the year are here, making it officially acceptable to indulge in a little 2021-themed nostalgia. Music has played a massive…
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Another year is nearly over, and our listening has just received its annual dissection in ‘Wrapped’ from Swedish streaming giant Spotify. Whatever you think of…
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There have been many stories in 2021 about how lockdown helped creatives reassess and reengage with their artform. Keelan Cunningham never expected to be amongst…
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Bristol’s punk rock titans IDLES are back with their fourth studio album, ‘CRAWLER’, just 14 months on from their last release. Seemingly keen to correct…
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