GROOVE & STEEL: The Soulful Rise of Take Four
An in-depth look at emerging Sheffield music group Take Four, led by singer Gertruda Briedyte. Track releases, live gigs, and their work with Hybrid 3 studios.
PEDIGREE CHUMS: The Tortured Souls Shine Beyond Life’s Game of Dark and Light
Damien Wilkinson reviews Perth's The Tortured Souls. Featuring ex-Sleepy Jackson members and producer Rob Grant, discover their blend of baroque-pop and indie folk.
HIGH AS I’LL EVER BE: Reiss Pinder hits the heights on his new EP, Everything Twice
Discover Reiss Pinder's debut EP Everything Twice. Read Damien Wilkinson’s review exploring Pinder’s Dylan-esque lyrics, raw acoustic arrangements, and folk-rock influences.
NEW MUSIC: You Citizen’s In This State Is a Rewarding Study in Electro-Garage Contrast
Read Damien Wilkinson's review of In This State by You Citizen (Bill McElnea). Discover the 12-track post-punk, electro-garage solo debut.
ALL THAT JAZZ: Jade Moss sparkles with new single Jealous Eyes
Read Damien Wilkinson’s review of Jade Moss’s new single ‘Jealous Eyes.’ Discover how the London singer blends vintage soul, jazz, and cinematic pop.
FRESHLY BREWED: Reflections of Amnesia “Hunt Me Down Slowly”
Discover Czech modern metal newcomers Reflections of Amnesia. Read my review of their explosive new single, "Hunt Me Down Slowly."
NEW ALBUM: A Decisive Acoustic Turn: The Kyle December’s Stripped-Back Triumph on ‘I’m A Decadent
Discover 'I'm A Decadent,' the stunning new acoustic album by Italian artist The Kyle December. Read my track-by-track review of this gothic-folk triumph.
NEW ALBUM: Laurel Canyon Meets the West Country: Craig Osment’s Stunning Debut ‘Under The Snow Moon’
Read my review of Craig Osment's stunning debut album 'Under The Snow Moon.' Discover how West Country roots met the timeless spirit of Laurel Canyon
PRE-RELEASE: Light, Shade, and 16-Voice Choirs: Inside Gabriel Zingiber’s 'Lighthouse'
CHASING THE NOISE: The Brave, Unruly Evolution of Chantel McGregor
INK & AUDIO: The Second Act of Ryan Hamilton - Pressing Play Again
After a profound 2023 hiatus, Texas singer-songwriter Ryan Hamilton returns.
INK & AUDIO: Punching the Jukebox: The relentless melodic reliability of Ginger Wildheart
Explore the prolific, melodic rock career of Ginger Wildheart.
HAVE YOU HEARD: Rosalie Cunningham - The High Priestess of Psych
Discover why Rosalie Cunningham is the leader of the vintage rock revival.
INK & AUDIO: The Music-ian’s Musician - Why Ian Prowse belongs on the Liverpool Mount Rushmore
Dip into the career of Mersey musician Ian Prowse.
INK & AUDIO: A Rhythm Romance with Nils Lofgren
Damien Wilkinson explores a 40-year "Rhythm Romance" with Nils Lofgren.
INK & AUDIO: Ian McNabb "65" Album Review: A Golden Age Masterpiece
Discover Ian McNabb’s new album "65."
INK & AUDIO: Assault & Battery at the Cattery
NYC supergroup Fantastic Cat returns with "Cat Out of Hell."
BETWEEN THE LINES: Japanese crime fiction (Part 1)
A deep dive into Japanese mystery books including Uketsu and Seicho Matsumoto.
BETWEEN THE LINES: Patti Smith, Bread of Angels (audiobook)
From her early years to her "wilderness" return. Damien Wilkinson reviews Patti Smith's 2025 memoir, Bread of Angels, and the power of her self-narrated audiobook.
THE SOUNDBOARD: A 2025 Music Review
From Geese to Rosalía, a review of the standout albums and rising stars of 2025.