Most Influential Black Musicians: 40 Great Artists Who Changed Music
From Aretha Franklin to Prince and Miles Davis, the most influential Black musicians of all time have made the music world what it is today.
‘Meat Is Murder’ At 40: A Track-By-Track Guide To Every Song On The Smiths’ Second Album
Lyrically outspoken and musically adventurous, each song on The Smiths’ ‘Meat Is Murder’ album raised the bar for indie music in the 80s.
Best Music Festivals Of 2025: The 10 Biggest Events Of The Year
Attracting travellers from around the globe, the best music festivals of 2025 offer once-in-a-lifetime experiences for every taste.
Best Album Covers Of 2024: 40 Great Artworks Of The Year
From feats of graphic-design genius to inventively staged portraits, the best album covers of 2024 complete artistic statements of intent.
‘Hatful Of Hollow’ At 40: A Guide To Every Song On The Smiths’ Classic Rarities Collection
Its songs are a mix of singles, B-sides and radio session tracks, but The Smiths’ ‘Hatful Of Hollow’ album deserves its exalted reputation.
End Of A Century: How Blur “Sorted The Art Of Songwriting”
Evidence of Damon Albarn’s development as a songwriter, End Of A Century was as musically ambitious as it was lyrically arresting.
Best British Bands: 15 Groups That Rocked The World
Though a product of their homeland, the best British bands have had a global impact that’s shaped the course of music history.
Best Albums Of 2024: 40 Essential Releases Of The Year
From waves of neo-psychedelia to lashings of pop-punk ire, the best albums of 2024 prove this year has been packed with watershed moments.
Best Songs About School: 20 Classics That Come Top Of The Class
Think learning’s for nerds? These best songs about school will teach you a thing or two about scoring top marks in rock’n’roll rebellion.
William, It Was Really Nothing: Why This Smiths Song Is Still Quite Something
Brief, brash and beautifully-executed, William, It Was Really Nothing is a glorious Smiths single that still holds up today.
Albums To Look Out For In 2024: This Year’s Most Anticipated Releases
From blasts of garage-rock nostalgia to the dizzy rush of psychedelic alt-pop, keep your ears open for the albums to look out for in 2024.
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