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Circuit Breakers: Trans Representation in Electronic Music The ever-evolving genre of electronic is a hive of experimentation and welcomes all

Originally published in print December 2020. Trans representation is slowly seeping into mainstream music. Don’t get me wrong, there is still an awful long way to go, particularly when it comes to non-binary and genderqueer representation. Although the world of … Continue reading Circuit Breakers: Trans Representation in Electronic Music The ever-evolving genre of electronic is a hive of experimentation and welcomes all

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Zeros by Declan McKenna // Review A dazzling sophomore album that will lift your spirits up to the stars

  McKenna has matured in the eyes of critics and fans alike. He’s left the voice cracks of ‘Brazil’ behind and now oozes with confidence on Zeros, both lyrically and sonically. His activist streak runs through the album but is … Continue reading Zeros by Declan McKenna // Review A dazzling sophomore album that will lift your spirits up to the stars

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Things I’ll Never Say – Gadget and the Cloud // Review Late night feelings and striving for hopeful mornings, Things I’ll Never Say Out Loud ventures into mindful experimental electronic

Resounding cyclical emotions and overwhelming feelings can sometimes be indescribable. This is where ambient electronic music can express what cannot be put into words. Gadget and the Cloud’s latest EP Things I’ll Never Say explores the periods of aimlessness and … Continue reading Things I’ll Never Say – Gadget and the Cloud // Review Late night feelings and striving for hopeful mornings, Things I’ll Never Say Out Loud ventures into mindful experimental electronic

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Handing out hope: Another Sky talk about their rapturous debut The London four-piece’s record is unbounded by genre and defined by its grandeur

“That should be our main headline. ‘It’s a great album to compliment Coronavirus’” suggested Jack Gilbert during our short interview. It’s one way to describe Another Sky’s debut album, I Slept On The Floor [ISOTF] but this powerful indie-rock record … Continue reading Handing out hope: Another Sky talk about their rapturous debut The London four-piece’s record is unbounded by genre and defined by its grandeur

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Arvo Party Interview “Right now, all I want to do is make sounds which have never been heard before and have the ability to place the listener in a precise space.”

Arvo Party (Herb Magee) has taken ambient music by the reins and has steered the genre in an exciting direction. Playful synths, cascading rhythms and sparkling melodies amount to tracks that triumph in their surety of sound. With four albums … Continue reading Arvo Party Interview “Right now, all I want to do is make sounds which have never been heard before and have the ability to place the listener in a precise space.”

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Narcissus – Jack Rua // REVIEW Jack Rua’s strong debut rocks the pop boat

Photo Credit: PureGrand ●●●●○ Jack Rua is carving his own space on the dance floor with club-inspired debut Narcissus. Balancing pop with electro, there are moments of house and even trance that have slipped through the cracks. This speaks to … Continue reading Narcissus – Jack Rua // REVIEW Jack Rua’s strong debut rocks the pop boat

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30 Black Irish artists you should be listening to

Illustration by Ren O’Hare   https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2iRCZmdOxzrHNz4y0lH5C4?si=JDu9E5hvRXiLqG3Y8GEn2w The Irish music scene has been thriving over the last few years but there is still the problem of under-representation within the industry and in Ireland. The talent that is coming from Irish POC … Continue reading 30 Black Irish artists you should be listening to

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Jack Rua // Interview Forward looking and feverish for the future, Jack Rua speaks to TN2.

PHOTO CREDIT: PureGrand Popping onto the scene like a breath of fresh air, Jack Rua gives us invigorating, confident tracks. With sucker punch dance beats, his singles give a glimpse of the potential pop powerhouse he could become. Speaking to … Continue reading Jack Rua // Interview Forward looking and feverish for the future, Jack Rua speaks to TN2.

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Working 9 to never: how can we support freelancers during a pandemic Whilst we see the cancellation of events from St Patrick’s Day Festival to SXSW, we must think of those reliant on the gig economy.

With events being cancelled or postponed left right and centre, the river of freelance work is running dry. Mass gatherings – including concerts, festivals and premieres – provide those working in the gig economy with an income. Reviews, interviews and … Continue reading Working 9 to never: how can we support freelancers during a pandemic Whilst we see the cancellation of events from St Patrick’s Day Festival to SXSW, we must think of those reliant on the gig economy.

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An Interview with Babylamb Emerging trio Babylamb talk mates, music and marketing.

Photo credit: Luke Faulkner (@PureGrand) Pop trio, Babylamb have burst onto the scene with their powerful single ‘Bodyright’. The new release sees the queer band launch themselves at the ever-growing Irish music landscape.Taking time to sit down with our deputy … Continue reading An Interview with Babylamb Emerging trio Babylamb talk mates, music and marketing.

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Bloodhound – Fragile Skeleton // REVIEW The Hull band take a different direction to their rock and grunge predecessors

●●●○○ Coming onto the rock and grunge scene can be intimidating. You’re following in the footsteps of grunge gods like Nirvana and Alice in Chains whilst competing with bands like Royal Blood who come at you all guitars blazing. Bloodhound’s … Continue reading Bloodhound – Fragile Skeleton // REVIEW The Hull band take a different direction to their rock and grunge predecessors