David Byrne: Head in the Clouds

David Byrne’s latest solo album, ‘Who Is the Sky?’, reveals an artist who can’t, won’t keep still.

Decoding the art-school ambient of Telepathic Fish

To celebrate the release of the new compilation ‘Telepathic Fish: Trawling the Early 90s Ambient Underground’, Mario Aguera traces how Telepathic Fish became a psychedelic counterpoint to the full-on bludgeon of rave.

How mixer Amy Sergeant built her career as a music maker

Mixer and producer Amy Sergeant reflects on the Mix With The Masters seminar that deepened her confidence, instincts and skills.

Listen to a playlist for fireside summer nights by the lake, curated by Loukeman

Welcome back to Selections, a series of artist-curated playlists from those in the know.

Field Maneuvers 2025: The best ‘worst rave’ on the planet

The Norfolk-based festival brought the heat for its 11th edition, with standout performances from Big Ang, Kode9 and more.

Sam Austins: “That viral moment saved my life”

Sam Austins’ rise hasn’t been straightforward. A period of houselessness followed his isolated teenage years, while label rejection forced a rethink – hardships that have shaped the contours of his uncompromising avant-pop. Then, ‘Seasons’ went viral – and a new chapter was written.

RALLY 2025 through five key performances

RALLY returned to South London’s Southwark Park last weekend for its third edition, spotlighting left-field pop, stirring live jazz and esoteric house, with standout sets from Moin, Geordie Greep and Nosedrip b2b Orpheu the Wizard. 

Decoding the quiet influence of The Raincoats

In her new book, ‘Shouting Out Loud: Lives of The Raincoats’, author Audrey Golden traces how the band inspired generations of music and movements, from Sonic Youth to riot grrrl to queercore.

Listen to a party playlist selected by Sir Hiss

Welcome back to Selections, a series of artist-curated playlists from those in the know.