Music

  • The best music of 2025 so far: rising stars and must-hear albums 

    The best music of 2025 so far: rising stars and must-hear albums 

    The year is still young, but 2025 has given us some incredible music. Here is a look at the best sounds shaping the industry right now. New music from new artists, predicted to be successful: High Fashion – Addison Rae (February 14th, 2025) The TikTok sensation is almost a pop star with yet another catchy… Read More…

  • From mosh pits to mind trips: how hip-hop shows are becoming full-blown experiences

    From mosh pits to mind trips: how hip-hop shows are becoming full-blown experiences

    In the past, hip-hop concerts consisted of artists performing on stage whilst holding mics and receiving a DJ-led musical backing. The growth of hip-hop shows from the 2010s produced all-encompassing sensory experiences, unifying musical elements with theatrical displays, and alembicated spaces. JPEGMAFIA, together with Playboi Carti, introduced an evolutionary stage whereby concert-goers become participants in… Read More…

  • What does artificial intelligence mean for the future of music?

    From AI-generated compositions to virtual artists, AI is reshaping how music is created, distributed, and consumed. But what does this mean for the future of music, and how will it continue to shape the industry?  To explore these questions, we chatted with music industry PhD student James (name changed for anonymity), a music industry expert,… Read More…

  • From tradition to trend: Rosalía’s role in flamenco’s modern comeback 

    From tradition to trend: Rosalía’s role in flamenco’s modern comeback 

    Once “old-fashioned,” now global: the Rosalía effect  In 2018, a Spanish artist named Rosalía released Malamente, a track that blended traditional flamenco elements with modern urban beats. The song, with its haunting vocals, rhythmic handclaps, and hypnotic production, quickly became a sensation. Suddenly, a genre that had long been considered outdated by mainstream audiences was… Read More…

  • Meet Trainspotters: Q&A with the Gen Z indie band reviving Britpop in Cardiff

    Meet Trainspotters: Q&A with the Gen Z indie band reviving Britpop in Cardiff

    Trainspotters, a Cardiff-based student band, is bringing Britpop’s swagger and attitude to a new generation. Formed through their university’s live music society, the Trainspotters consists of Jasper Dudley (vocals and rhythm guitar), Jerry Cheung (lead guitar), Isaac Trew (bass), Harry Evans (keyboard), and Wesley Kwok (drums). Since their first gig, they’ve built a following in… Read More…