Surfacing Music's Collective Power for Change

For 25 years our publication and podcast has recommended music. We now also spark conversations and create resources to help music fans discover their collective power.

James Hetfield is wrong - escapist music is political

Metallica's James Hetfield isn't playing politics, claiming the band's agenda is "love, energy and heavy music". It's more political than he makes out...

James Hetfield is wrong - escapist music is political
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Your Soundtrack To Summer's End Credits

Your Soundtrack To Summer's End Credits

Melancholic music ahoy! Here's August's album & track of the month, our playlist refresh, podcast recommendations, and more.

We've Shed Our Twitter Feathers - Now What?

We've Shed Our Twitter Feathers - Now What?

Like the mayor in Jaws, Elon Musk seems to be prioritising ideology over public safety.

Do Local Scenes Benefit From Major Events Like Primavera?

Do Local Scenes Benefit From Major Events Like Primavera?

Primavera Sound did not make Arca or Rosalia. But the festival has helped propel other local acts beyond Spain’s borders.

What's Next?

What's Next?

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A Swiftie On Superfandom

A Swiftie On Superfandom

The music industry is obsessed with "superfans" but what does that really mean? Meet music blogger Karly from LA...

8 Ways You Knew I Was An Indie Superfan... In The ’90s

8 Ways You Knew I Was An Indie Superfan... In The ’90s

From the perfect mixtape to vintage tracksuits that smelt like a loft, Anna Doble explores what Superfandom meant back then.

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