Vinyl

Which artist has featured on the most songs?

Collaborations have become a major part of pop music over the past 20 years. At the time of writing, three of the top ten UK singles have a "˜featured' artist while another 3 are collaborations (which are more or less the same thing). "˜Features' are popular for a number of …

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02/06/2017
Chris Smith
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What is the most expensive album ever made?

Making an album is expensive. The cost of studio time, equipment and session musicians adds up quickly, although most record labels set strict budgets for their artists. Occasionally, though, an artist will be given the freedom to do whatever they want. This usually leads to a huge bill and headaches …

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30/05/2017
Chris Smith
Pure Comedy

Father John Misty’s 'Pure Comedy' is Pure Brilliance

Father John Misty, a.k.a Josh Tillman, has almost a mythical presence in the world of music right now, and his latest album only enhances the mystery and intrigue. Pure Comedy feels like a perfect evolution from what we have already seen from Tillman, as the indie/alternative genre breeds more meaning …

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04/05/2017
Katie Grimsditch
Vinyl

Buying a Record Player: A Beginner’s Guide

UK record sales hit a 25 year high in 2016, with over three million records sold. Vinyl has officially gone mainstream. There are plenty of reasons for vinyl's revival, including the elaborate packaging, the thrill of building a record collection and that elusive, unique vinyl sound. However, there is one obstacle …

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20/04/2017
Chris Smith
Vinyl

What is the most valuable record ever made?

It's no secret that music fans are willing to pay a lot of money for memorabilia. Special editions, tour exclusive t-shirts, locks of hair – the list goes on. Nothing is more valuable than a rare record, however. Here are the world's most valuable albums and singles. (P.S: we've only …

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23/03/2017
Chris Smith
Next Big Thing

4 solo artists who could be the next big thing in music

After the monumental success of Ed Sheeran's latest album and Rag N' Bone Man's meteoric rise to fame, everyone is looking for the next big thing. Here are a few singer songwriters we think you'll be hearing a lot more of over the next year! Alex G Influenced by an …

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20/03/2017
Katie Grimsditch
Rag N Bone Man

Introducing: Rag’n’Bone Man

A life-affirming and bluesy expression that can't be missed, Human has put Rag'n'Bone Man on the map. He's grabbed the public's attention and proved his stripes as a fresh-thinking singer within a rap scene searching for unique creativity and individuality. Also known as Rory Graham, Rag'n'Bone is a Sussex born …

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02/03/2017
Katie Grimsditch