by Rowan Lees James Blake has returned with his fourth full length album in eight years, adding to the success of the previous with fresh musical ideas, solid songwriting and a welcome spark of joy. The release of the tracklist intrigued, with record breaking, rap producing powerhouse – Metro Boomin listed on two songs along with Travis Scott, Moses Sumney, and the elusive Andre 3000. … Continue reading Album Review: Assume Form by James Blake
Album Review: James Blake, ‘The Colour In Anything’ After a three year absence, the arduous wait for the follow up to Overgrown is finally at an end. At long last, we have been gifted with The Colour In Anything – a highly anticipated, but surprisingly low key divulgence of James BlakeÔÇÖs new record. Although the artist has teased us with his new sound through his … Continue reading Album Review: James Blake, The Colour In Anything
With the Mercury and Welsh Music prizes both taking place this October, Joseph Ainscough takes a look at the relevance and intentions of music awards ceremonies, and who really benefits from them. The Mercury Prize – or The Barclaycard Mercury Prize to give it its full title – prides itself on recognising and rewarding the best of British music each year. Focussing on artists that … Continue reading Feature: And The Winner Is
