Man of the moment Paul Woolford unleashes his debut album as ‘Special Request’

“Achtung Baby was the sound of four men chopping down The Joshua Tree for good”

The 7-man outfit excel themselves in a live setting.

From the bunk of a bus crossing America, Matt Barnes talks to Fin Murphy about You Me At Six’s chart success and their evolving sound and fanbase.

Miles Kane storms Academy 1.

Matt Byrne considers whether there is a space for The Libertines in contemporary music.

We caught up with the infamous Scottish four-piece Travis, to discuss unorthodox methods, recording techniques and international tours.

Matt Gibney speaks to Chicago house legend Roy Davis Jr. about his musical influences, forthcoming releases and appearance at the Manchester date of the Sound History tour.

The Twang excel themselves in a live setting.

CocoRosie put on an impressive show, but the music side is lacking.

Nick Mulvey provides a solid warm up set for Laura Marling.

Anna Calvi retains the powerful formula of sex, passion and energy for her second album.

Country Mile is more of the same from the Sussex Wit frontman, but that’s no bad thing when his output is so consistently excellent.

The former Razorlight frontman continues his steady decline into obscurity.

From Azealia Banks to Pussy Riot, musicians have a lot to say for themselves.

“It’s hard to find an unenjoyable moment on the album, but the simplicity of the songs bites back at them.”

Marr returns to Manchester hot on the heels of the success of his top ten album ‘The Messenger’

We caught up with Artifact to discuss polyrhythmic patterns, production techniques and his upcoming set at the Simple Things Festival.

“It is great that a band I supported through thick and thin and argued their musical credibility are on the rise. Just don’t forget those older fans”

Does Roger Waters’ epic show live up to expectation, or is the extravagant production just a brick too far? George Bailey investigates.