Album Review: Daft Punk - Random Access Memories

Daft Punk - 'Random Access Memories' (UK Release: 20 May '13) // Words: Rajan Lakhani

I still remember hearing 'Da Funk' for the first time, while watching MTV. I hadn’t been a fan of electronic music, defined as it was by lazy Ibiza club anthems that sounded increasingly similar. Yet Daft Punk were bold and imaginative, showing electronic music didn’t need to resort to the lowest common denominator. 15 years on, Electronic Dance Music (EDM) is experiencing a similar malaise with tracks all following the same formula – can Daft Punk revitalise the genre again?

Listen: Ellie Makes Music - Shaky Hands [Debut Single]

Words: Saam Das

We've been following the wonderful Ellie James for a while, in her Ellie Makes Music guise. Her debut single, 'Shaky Hands' has finally appeared, powered by her beautifully soaring vocals. Download a demo version of the track below, and for those in London, pop down to The Greenwich Tavern to catch her live for free at 9pm this evening.

Listen: Dan Black feat Kelis - Hearts [New Single]

Words: Saam Das

Back in 2008, I wrote about a new solo artist called Dan Black, and his incredible track 'HYPNTZ'. A few months later, he appeared in the BBC Sound Of 2009 longlist. The reaction to his debut album of the same year, 'UN', was somewhat mixed but he's bounced back since - collaborating with Kaskade, Kid Cudi, and now Kelis. Listen to 'Hearts', featuring Kelis, below.

DVD Review: The Complete Existing Films Of Sadao Yamanaka (2013)

'The Complete Existing Films Of Sadao Yamanaka' (UK Release: 20 May '13) // Words: Maxamillian John

This week sees the release of the latest in the Masters of Cinema line of DVDs, 'The Complete Existing Films of Sadao Yamanaka'. Full disclosure here: I consider Sadao Yamanaka to be one of the most technically accomplished directors in history, and 'Humanity And Paper Balloons' one of the greatest films ever made. Don't worry though, I'm writing this review with an ice-pack on my head so I can retain my lucidity.

Telly Text #8: Waterloo Road + Guy Code

Words: Jordan Andrew

'Waterloo Road'

After taking a “school holiday”, 'Waterloo Road' is back to finish off the term and as usual it is never plain sailing. This BBC hit show has had more changes than the Sugababes over the years, with teachers coming and going as well as moving the school all the way to Scotland, which in my opinion still never makes sense.

Listen: Matt Corby - Resolution [New Single]

Words: Saam Das

It's been a while since we last heard the striking vocals of Aussie solo artist Matt Corby but it's been worth the wait. New single 'Resolution' premiered on Triple J radio in his homeland a few hours ago, and is now available for your listening pleasure worldwide below.