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Putumayo Records - Turkish Groove
Turkish Groove - Album ReviewWell on its way to becoming a fully fledged member of the EU this new compilation from Putumayo proves that Turkish music may well be making more of an appearance in...
Review posted on 10th April 2006
Massive Attack - Collected
Massive AttackCollectedAlbum ReviewMusical heavyweights Massive Attack release 'Collected', a compilation of classics from their impressive back catalogue from Protection to Fifth Window with even a new track featuring legend Terry Callier. Massive Attack have always...
Review posted on 28th March 2006
Mary J Blige - The Breakthrough
Mary J BligeThe BreakthroughAlbum ReviewI'd heard good things about Mary J Blige's new album however I was dubious about how good it would be after reviewing 'Be Without You' which although it was classy lacked...
Review posted on 13th February 2006
The Sunshine Underground - Commercial Breakdown
The Sunshine Underground Commercial Breakdown The Sunshine Underground are making waves in the UK music industry at the moment and continuing the New Yorkshire music revolution. 'Commercial Breakdown' certainly has a very good feel factor...
Review posted on 6th February 2006
Roy Ayers - Virgin Ubiquity Remixed
Roy Ayers Virgin Ubiquity RemixedAlbum ReviewIt's great to see contemporary producers regurgitating great pieces of work from the past and giving them new life. Roy Ayers is a true legend and pioneer of a positive...
Review posted on 6th February 2006
Pharrell Williams - Angel
Pharrell Angel Single ReviewPharrell is back with another soon to be hit. 'Angel' has the slickness that we've come to know about Pharrell and he is definitely a class act. He's a true smooth talker...
Review posted on 6th February 2006
Mary J Blige - Be Without You
Mary J BligeBe Without You Single ReviewIt's nice to still see Mary J Blige still in the game considering she's arguably the greatest contemporary singer of our time. 'Be Without You' continues to show her...
Review posted on 6th February 2006
John Legend - feat. Lauryn Hill - So High
John Legendfeat. Lauryn HillSo High Single ReviewWell you'd expect a wonderful combination with the legendary Lauryn Hill, back with all the talent and genius that we know about her, and the ultra-smooth John Legend who...
Review posted on 6th February 2006
Anthony Hamilton - Ain't Nobody Worryin
Anthony HamiltonAin't Nobody Worryin Album ReviewAnthony Hamilton made a name for himself with his debut album and his second delivery is of equal quality. 'Ain't Nobody Worryin'' shows soul music at it's best and rather...
Review posted on 6th February 2006
Visionary Underground - Keep The Grime On
Visionary Underground Keep The Grime On Album ReviewVisionary Underground consists of DJ Feelfree, Coco, Damion and they have a variety of musicians and vocalists on 'Keep The Grime On'. I was first introduced to Visionary...
Review posted on 12th January 2006
shaggy - Clothesdrop
Shaggy, 'Clothesdrop' Album reviewShaggy is a superstar in his own right having created classic tracks that we've all heard and danced to. From the days of 'Boombastic' through to recent tracks like 'It Wasn't Me'....
Review posted on 20th December 2005
Corinne Bailey Rae - The Wardrobe, Leeds, 12/12/05
Corrine Bailey Rae – Wardrobe, Leeds, 12/12/05There was an air of anticipation at The Wardrobe in Leeds tonight as local talent Corrine Bailey Rae was about to perform tracks from her forthcoming album available in...
Review posted on 20th December 2005
Blak Twang - Travellin
Blak Twang Travellin Single ReviewBlak Twang is a revered British MC who's been in the game for a long time. It's nice to see him finally getting the recognition he rightly deserves. 'Travellin' is...
Review posted on 1st December 2005
Fannypack - See You Next Tuesday
FannypackSee You Next TuesdayAlbum ReviewFannypack are a New York creation and the brainchild producers are Matt Goias and Fancy. They feature three female vocalists who all rap and have that street 'big apple' urban drawl....
Review posted on 1st December 2005
Basement Jaxx - Do Your Thing
Basement Jaxx Do Your ThingBasement Jaxx are well revered and continue to push progressive dance music forward. Having played at Glastonbury to the Hollywood Bowl and having had much success with their 'Singles' album going...
Review posted on 1st December 2005
Kano - Anson Rooms
KanoAnson Rooms, Bristol University Students Union This gig review consists of a series of firsts for this reviewer. As a 3yr resident of the city this is my first opportunity to visit the Anson Rooms,...
Review posted on 23rd November 2005
2pac - The Prophet Returns
2PacThe Prophet ReturnsAlbum Review2Pac still remains an icon in the hip hop world and it's no surprise that Universal can still cash in on his success. When listening to this greatest hits collection it shines...
Review posted on 17th November 2005
The Ivories - Leeds Warehouse
The IvoriesLeeds Warehouse02/11/05Live ReviewLeeds is certainly proving to be a hive of activity for live music at the moment. Undoubtedly music lovers will have heard of Kaiser Chiefs who are flying the flag for Leeds...
Review posted on 17th November 2005
Pharrell Williams - Feat Gwen Stefani, Can I Have It Like That
Pharrell Williams Feat Gwen StefaniCan I Have It Like That A lot of people have commented to me already how much they like this track. 'Can I Have It Like That' proves that Pharrell is...
Review posted on 1st November 2005
Dwele - Some Kinda
DweleSome KindaSoul brother Dwele is back with another album. With the hype and acclaim of 'Affinity' nu-soul lovers have been keenly waiting to hear the next stage in Dwele's development. The Detroit stable continues to...
Review posted on 31st October 2005
Bedouin Soundclash - When The Night Feels My Song
Bedouin SoundclashWhen The Night Feels My SongWhen listening to 'When The Night Feels My Song' by Bedouin Soundclash it brings back memories of playing at the camp fire, remembering the honesty of Bob Marley, or...
Review posted on 31st October 2005
Cagedbaby - Golden Triangle
CagedbabyGolden TriangleWhen I first heard the Radio Edit of 'Golden Triangle' I thought not another dose of this 80's revival with all the gloss of glam. The Synth sounds, more from the Gary Newman school...
Review posted on 31st October 2005
The Dandy Warhols - All The Money Or The Simple Life Honey
The Dandy Warhols All The Money Or The Simple Life HoneyI'm a bit of a fan of the Dandy Warhols because they're kinda' cool with good British influences. 'All The Money Or The Simple Life...
Review posted on 31st October 2005
Roots Manuva - Awfully De/Ep
Roots Manuva Awfully De/EpThe main man Roots Manuva releases Awfully De/Ep EP on Big Dadda Records. This EP is testament to fact that Mr Manuva continues to make quality music that is intelligent, progressive and...
Review posted on 24th October 2005
K - Man I Used To Be
K-OSMan I Used To BeCanadian K-OS is creating shock waves around the world of urban music. He can rap as well as sing and he uses this with a live band. 'Man I Used To...
Review posted on 28th September 2005
Gwen Stefani - Cool
Gwen Stefani CoolGwen Stefani releases another single from her popular solo album 'Love, Angel, Music, Baby'. She has all the sultry expression to grab one audience and yet the soft vulnerability to grab another. There's...
Review posted on 28th September 2005
50 Cent - Outta Control
50 Cent feat. Mobb Deep - Outta Control50 Cent is back with a new album and a new single featuring Mobb Deep that I'm sure he's very chuffed about. He must be thanking his lucky...
Review posted on 28th September 2005
The Chicharones - When Pigs Fly
The cool and classy Chicharones release 'When Pigs Fly' on Bella Union Music. The interesting artwork sets the tone for this hip hop duo who are from the creative mould of rap, introduced by the...
Review posted on 28th September 2005
King Britt - Presents Sister Gertrude Morgan
King Britt Talks about his new album King Britt is back with a new album which is yet another bold journey into the unknown. I can talk you through the project but you may as well...
Review posted on 14th September 2005
Stereo MCs - Paradise
Review posted on 31st August 2005
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