Enjoyable, but some’ll always believe in it more than others.

Johnny Foreigner are, thankfully, still showing no desire to slow down.

‘KOMPROMAT’ is an album that cements I LIKE TRAINS once more not only as a force to be reckoned with but as a band who are able to deliver a delicate critique on society.

Though it may not be their most daring record to date, it’s certainly one where they’ve taken most risks, and their blend of indie-rock and electro-pop certainly pays off.

Sure, the combination of digital bleepage and raaawk! is nothing new, but few electronic bands have rocked quite so hard as these guys do.

‘Purple Noon’ shows Greene finding some musical maturity. While the album might not be as strong as his previous releases, we’re starting to see the real Greene which far more rewarding.

This second studio effort from FINNEAS is less experimental than the 2021 debut ‘Optimist’, but has more of a direction, even if said direction becomes a little formulaic toward the latter half of the record.

The second album from this mysterious French/Finnish indie-folk duo is every bit as eclectic and unexpected as the first.

While New View is not especially novel, it still has some fine songs at its core.

Continually criss-crossing over itself, ‘I GOT ISSUES’ remains terrifically entertaining. ... Perhaps uneven, the record’s 14 track span provides room for growth.

There is more than enough emotional sensitivity available between the duo without resorting to being just like everyone else, and for that reason (amongst many others) this fragile, coming-of-age album should be celebrated.

Even if there are occasional flirtations with bland daytime soul sludge, Mr. Strickland Banks is a welcome addition to Ben Drew's beguiling set of alter-egos.

One of the quirkiest albums to arrive in the alt-indie sphere for a while, ‘Unlearning’ will definitely surprise you.

Easy on the ear yet hard on the heart, Aidan Knight has delivered something very fine indeed.

Adore Life sacrifices intensity for heart and with some exploration into the use of space and silence, it could be their perfect album. After all, absence makes the heart grow fonder.

A sound accompaniment to a decadent dance party, ‘Hot Slick’ is a move in the best possible direction for PINS.

While that constant jollity could become irritating, it manages instead to be endearing.

With 'B FLAT A,' the group has taken another step towards solidifying their wholly distinctive sound. A tar-black marriage of poetry, politics, and powerful rhythm. With each release growing in confidence, we look forward to seeing what they give us next.

Empress is that rare breed of album that is entertaining and says something worth saying. Once you get past the tight production and bass blips, what you are left with is a way to live your life.

As fans of the Glaswegian producer will know only too well, the solemnity of Menzies’ work as Alex Smoke has always proved itself to be multi-faceted; transcending the sphere of electronic music to incorporate the multi-instrumentalist’s penchant for classical instruments. Fast forward to 2016 and this truth remains intact.

It’s heartening to hear, after all these years, that time has not diminished the intensity of those performances.

Marr’s vocals are indistinctive, although his song-writing abilities are clear. What does stand out is how fine a guitarist he has become.

In the end, its sheer creativity and daring means that ‘SWAG’ (just about) justifies its breadth. 21-tracks of frequent daring, this Justin Bieber’s testimony, for better or worse.

Delicacies proves that this aging duo still have the fire in the belly of their hard drive.

Much of ‘Dreamstate’ feels shinier than its predecessors, replacing the dingy basement feel with hands-up, festival euphoria.

‘Slugs of Love’ manages to evade repetition and monotony despite their stripped-back demeanour – resulting in a record residing in sensual sophistication and ease.

‘Love Chant’ takes time to sink in, but it grows on the listener with every return.

Dedication will raise more questions than provide answers. Exactly the 'out of the palm' manoeuvre Zomby wants you to eat from.