The Student Playlist

Showcasing the Best New Music, Curating the Classics

Category New Album Releases

REVIEW: Common – ‘Black America Again’ (ARTium / Def Jam)

Strong, old-school production and tireless verses will remind you why Common has outlasted so many other rappers on the scene.

REVIEW: Lou Barlow – ‘Apocalypse Fetish’ EP (Joyful Noise)

‘Apocalypse Fetish’ shows just why Barlow has been able to enjoy such a long and fruitful career in the music industry.

REVIEW: The Brian Jonestown Massacre – ‘Third World Pyramid’ (‘a’ Records)

‘Third World Pyramid’ is a solid but very much ‘business as usual’ statement from a band that’s long since become an alternative institution.

REVIEW: Empire Of The Sun – ‘Two Vines’ (Capitol)

Often characterised by their distinct pop/indie hybrid aesthetic, Luke Steele and Nick Littlemore have long proven their ability in satisfying the appetite of an unusually varied audience. After arriving flamboyantly on scene in 2008, their debut We Are The People quickly generated the interest of riff and beat lovers alike whilst their vibrant stage shows ensnared the remaining few. Although the Australian duo are able to continue shamelessly riding the

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REVIEW: TOY – ‘Clear Shot’ (Heavenly / P.I.A.S.)

The ‘new wave’ of psychedelia that has emerged in the last five or so years has produced many an average, floppy-haired band that are so shoegaze you actually find yourself gazing at your own shoes and falling asleep. Yet there have equally been those who have restored faith in the genre, pushing it forward into fresh and exciting territory. And Brighton-based quartet TOY have certainly played their part. Tripping onto

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REVIEW: Tove Lo – ‘Lady Wood’ (Island)

With ‘Lady Wood’, Lo hasn’t managed to explore that aspect of her persona enough and grow from what she introduced us to on ‘Queen Of The Clouds’.

REVIEW: Jimmy Eat World ‘Integrity Blues’ (RCA)

Integrity Blues is a sonically cohesive and very well produced album that will satisfy both old and new listeners.