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Interviews
'A love story told through time' | SOFY gives us track-by-track breakdown of Another Day In Paradise
From confusion to confession, SOFY walks us through the highs and lows of love and friendship in her new mixtape, Another Day In Paradise.
'There’s a feeling of impending doom, but is it age, or is it real?' | Doves interviewed
From Manchester’s future to the dark side of pop music, Jez Williams discusses Doves’ new direction, tackling themes of escapism and empathy on Constellations for the Lonely.
'There’s nowt to hide behind - this is just me, expressing myself as honestly as I can.' | Antony Szmierek interviewed
From English teacher to BBC 6 Music’s Artist of the Year, Antony Szmierek is redefining spoken-word-infused indie dance. He talks to us about UFOs, happy accidents, and the Great Pyramid of Stockport.
James Walsh on 25 years of Starsailor: 'We met when we were 16, we've been through it all together'
Starsailor are celebrating 25 years with a special tour. Frontman James Walsh discusses their journey, the realities of staying in a band, and what’s next.
'I was longing for warmer days and wanted to give the feeling of trekking through a desert on an alien planet.' | Oscar Jerome interviewed
In an exclusive interview, Oscar Jerome shares how The Fork reflects his journey of self-discovery, from Cairo’s spirituality to Berlin’s industrial influence on his sound.
'The music chooses us, we don't choose it.' | The Lathums interviewed
As they usher in a bold new era, The Lathums reflect on growth, staying true to their roots, and their highly anticipated third album, Matter Does Not Define.
'We were surrounded by madness, but we were always loved.' | Pastel interviewed
Cousins James and Jack Yates reflect on their tumultuous upbringing, life in Wales, and the inspirations behind Souls in Motion.
The Indie Dancefloor and Life After Heart Surgery | Circa Waves’ Kieran Shudall gives us a track-by-track breakdown of American Dream
Kieran Shudall walks us through American Dream, from indie nostalgia to the life-changing moments behind its creation.
'The music industry can be so ridiculous with all its egos and drama, and we wanted to poke fun at that.' | Divorce interviewed
Nottingham’s Divorce reflect on messy demos, moving cities, and poking fun at the music industry in their debut album, Drive to Goldenhammer.
'It’s like a butterfly effect; one thing leads to another, and suddenly you’re doing something completely new.' | CVC interviewed
CVC share insights into their musical journey, the shift from rock to synth-heavy sounds, and what it’s like to return to Cardiff for their biggest show yet.
'We were living the dream on a tour bus that was a travelling pub.' | The Twang interviewed
Once crowned heirs to Oasis’ throne, The Twang embrace their legacy, with a remastered Jewellery Quarter and new music on the horizon.
'My darkest moments produce my best work.' | Raven Numan interviewed
Gothic-pop artist Raven Numan discusses her inspirations, personal challenges with BPD and OCD, and how her darkest moments shape her most powerful music.
'Something extraordinary happened that night - the music felt like it was coming through the roof.' | Spiritualized interviewed
Jason Pierce reflects on 30 years of Pure Phase by Spiritualized, revisiting its dual-mix magic, and shares why recreating its energy today feels impossible.
'We’ve finally got a grip on what we want to say and how to say it.' | Good Health Good Wealth interviewed
London duo Good Health Good Wealth explore the art of turning everyday moments into music, embracing authenticity in Full Circle, and rejecting the absurd pressures of the digital age.
'Everyone’s looking over their shoulder, worrying about being judged, but being young should be about making mistakes.' Bilk's Sol Abrahams interviewed
Bilk’s Sol Abrahams talks about the pressures of modern youth, social media’s influence, and how Essex, Drugs and Rock and Roll reflects a generation on the edge.
'The listener is a divine being and we are essentially just floating through space on a rock.' | Common Saints gives us a track-by-track breakdown of Cinema 3000
London’s Common Saints offers an exclusive look at Cinema 3000, exploring his musical inspirations and personal philosophy behind each track.
'We realised how much young women struggle with judgmental self-perception, so we flipped the script to celebrate, not criticise.' | BLUAI give us a track-by-track breakdown of Save It For Later
A mix of indie rock and Americana, Save It For Later captures BLUAI’s reflections on life’s highs and lows, blending memories with cinematic storytelling.
'We’ve been friends for nearly 20 years, and sometimes you just have to laugh at the craziness of it all.' | Local Natives interviewed
Local Natives’ Taylor Rice and Ryan Hahn discuss their new LP film and the themes of friendship, change, and nostalgia it captures. Ahead of their London show, they reflect on nearly two decades as a band, the surreal and candid moments on screen, and the bittersweet beauty of growing together.
'We love playing with the surreal, especially when it comes to Britishness.' | The Stingrays interviewed
The Stingrays explore how their long-time friendship, rural childhood, and British absurdist humour shaped their debut EP My Everything, and reveal plans for a stranger, concept-driven project.
‘Some artists think they’re exempt from the bad times – but none of us are.’ | Hak Baker interviewed
On the eve of his latest project’s full release, Nostalgia Death EP, we speak to Hak Baker about the pitfalls of nostalgia, co-directing the video for ‘Nameless’ and collaborating with Baxter Dury and “the man”, Pete Doherty.
'The songs we wrote in the Alps, surrounded by snow, ended up being really sunny.' | Balancing Act interviewed
Guitarist Jackson Couzens of Balancing Act reflects on the creation of their new EP Tightropes and Limericks, touring Europe, and why visuals are more important than ever.
'Even when it feels like everything’s against you, there’s still time to turn it around.' | Jake Bugg gives us a track-by-track breakdown of A Modern Day Distraction
In this exclusive track-by-track breakdown, Jake Bugg opens up about his latest album, A Modern Day Distraction, sharing the stories behind each song.
'As long as we have that space to come together and talk, we can conquer anything.' | Hippo Campus interviewed
Hippo Campus’s Nathan Stocker discusses the band's journey through sobriety, group therapy, and reclaiming their sound with their latest album Flood.
'That’s how it felt to fall in love: a little, and then all at once.' | Siobhán Winifred gives us a track-by-track breakdown of Don't Do Well Alone
Don't Do Well Alone, Siobhán Winifred’s debut EP, combines indie-rock energy with introspective lyrics. It’s an unflinching reflection on mental health, love, and the highs and lows of life on the road.
'Sleep is the only thing more important to us than sex.' | Being Dead give us a track-by-track breakdown of EELS
Being Dead’s new album EELS is a whirlwind of humour, chaos, and captivating tracks. Discover the stories behind each song as Falcon Bitch and Shmoofy break down their latest creation.
'I’m not lip-syncing on TikTok for likes, I’m connecting with my fans through my music.' | Pixey interviewed
Liverpool’s Pixey talks about reclaiming her voice, overcoming health struggles, and stepping up as a producer on her self-made debut album Million Dollar Baby.
'I’ll imagine what fairies would be dancing to and try to put that to song.' | Liana Flores interviewed
From the Brazilian rhythms of bossa nova to the gentle echoes of British folk, Liana Flores blends genres and explores how change, nature, and wonder shaped her debut album, Flower of the Soul.
'Writing an album in a Catholic convent was dark, moody, and isolated - it suited us.' | Crows interviewed
Reason Enough finds Crows reflecting on existentialism, anxiety, and life in a divided UK. James Cox and Steve Goddard talk creative escape and emotional recovery.
'It’s funny that for the rest of our career, I’ll be singing my ex-boyfriend’s name.' | The Beaches interviewed
After a decade in the music industry, The Beaches discuss the highs and lows of touring, the challenges of staying relevant, and why London holds a special place in their hearts.
