George the Poet brings his search party to Manchester’s Band on the Wall

Drowners opened their tour with a versatile and energetic performance at Manchester’s Night and Day Cafe, writes Hana Kelly

Stockport’s Blossoms appear thoroughly uninterested by the prospect of a sold-out show at the Academy—so why should the crowd feel differently, asks Meg Roberts

The Mancunion speaks to the enigmatic electronic producer Iglooghost

White Lies have delivered an 80’s pop inspired record that is commendable, yet unremarkable, says Jacob Hopkins

Jacob Hopkins reports back from the launch party of Indie Music Week, returning to Manchester with a diverse showcase of up-and-coming Indie bands

The punk two-piece deliver a sophomore album which, though impassioned, lacks imagination and fails to impress

As one of the most hyped albums of the 1990s is reissued, Callum Oliver asks: should it be remembered as the most disappointing too?

Rising star D.D. Dumbo tops this week’s roundup of new tracks

Whether it’s to get you out on the street or to sound cultured in front of your new friends, here are five politically-charged protest songs to give a listen

A series of high-profile, transgressive album releases have shown that 2016 is the year where mainstream music has got its mojo back, writes Frank Hillman

Ultimate Painting’s 1980s-indebted indie pop warms the band’s typically shy audience, writes Joe Taylor

The Kills thrill the Albert Hall with an electrifying rock show, writes Mattea Bubalo

Paak slacks in this week’s ‘Tracks of the Week’ feature

The shock of the cold is enough to make you want to never leave your bed but don’t worry – these tracks will help warm you up better than any coffee based, pumpkin-flavoured drink on offer

AlunaGeorge have returned with a brilliantly produced second album, writes Tara Bharadia

Rapper, Watsky, talks to Katie Shepherd about tackling fear in order to reach joy, ahead of a triumphant performance off the back of his latest album

Alex Halksworth reviews an emotional new release from Benjamin Francis Leftwich

Her sister may have beaten her to the finish line, but Solange Knowles’ effort is more cohesive and understated

Warpaint could have easily rested on the laurels of their successful 2014 self-titled album, but have progressed nonetheless with a little bit of inspiration from their R&B idols