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“It’s the greatest moment, the second it goes sideways”: Zia McCabe on The Dandy Warhols’ new album

The longtime keyboardist of the Oregon rock group and solo DJ talks ‘Pin Ups’, the Warhols’ first full cover album, long-lost demos and the importance of free will.

vegas water taxi: “I just can’t fake it”

Ahead of the alt-country band’s latest album, frontman Ben Hambro spoke to us about vulnerability, wit, and growing up.

Henry Grace: “I feel so lucky to have the people that I do have around me”

The Londoner spoke to us about the release of his 2nd album ‘Things Are Moving All Around Me’ and playing with a full band.

Rollups: “No one cares what genre we are. If we like it, it doesn’t matter”

The band are making a name for themselves in the local Manchester music scene.

Songs You Can Feel: Flip Top Head talk rewriting their sound on ‘Trilateral Machine’

The Brighton art-rock band discuss their new EP, stripping back their sound and embracing a more organic approach.

Dolder: “If we weren’t identical twins, it would be a nightmare”

The Newcastle-based duo talk songwriting, working with family, and tease new material.

Inside ‘Small Hours’, the debut EP from Raining Blue

Raining Blue talks us through her debut EP ‘Small Hours’, reflecting on a period of change and learning when to sit with how things feel.

Opal Mag: “When I write, it’s quite a nostalgic feeling”

The Brighton dream-pop musician talks about growing up surrounded by a musical family and big inspirations.

Mariae Cassandra on ‘Everything in My Backpocket’ and touring Australia

The up-and-coming Australian rock singer discusses her unique sound and newfound success.

Miles Kane: “This is the start of a new crossroads on this album”

Miles Kane discusses inspirations, fashion and his latest record.

FLETCHR FLETCHR: “We organically started to realise that we’d sort of started a band”

The band have just dropped their debut EP ‘We All Feel The Same’.

thistle. on the intricacies of juggling life and music

The Northampton trio have just signed to REX Records and are on tour with Glasgow’s Humour.

Caamp: “It’s the best thing in the world, being in a band with your friends”

The band’s co-founder Evan Westfall talks touring, working with friends and how hockey prepped him for being in a band.

Unique Freaks: “We didn’t want to just be a psychedelic and garage band”

We caught up with Darragh to discuss their recently released album ‘Enjoyment Planted’.

Nell Mescal: “There’s going to be a lot of music next year”

The Irish star spoke to us about her second EP, recording in New York and her upcoming headline tour.

No Label, No Limits! The DIY Dream: Inside Fickle Friends’ Reinvention

With total control over every sound, show and sleeve, the Brighton band are finding joy in the DIY grind.

“I’m the problem”: Arthur Hill gets real about love, lyrics and lesbians

The singer-songwriter gets candid about his new EP, viral beginnings and why being a bit of a mess makes for perfect indie-pop.

Balancing Act: At Home in the Unknown

Balancing Act aren’t looking to find their footing; they’re embracing the sway.

PROJECTOR: “This is probably us being the most ourselves”

The band just released their second album ‘Contempt’.

Devon after dark: Finding light in the quiet

The musician spoke to us about the late-night honesty behind his new mixtape, reflecting on creativity, connection, and the calm that brings it all to life.

Nxdia: “My community is the whole point”

The alt-pop singer-songwriter talks embracing their cultural background, building community through their music, and touring.

Witch Fever talk touring and ‘THE GARDEN’ music video

We spoke to Alex Thompson about upcoming album ‘FEVEREATEN’.

Liang Lawrence: “I think I can do sad, I’m working on all the other ones”

The singer-songwriter talks big inspirations, her third EP and wanting to collaborate with Spacey Jane.

Legss: Step into the Unreal

Ned Green and Max Oliver talk the making of their debut album, ‘Unreal’.

In Conversation with Lusaint

Lusaint talks debut EP, album plans and playing in front of the Pope.

The Slow Country: “That’s the beauty of a seven-piece. Everyone has their own thing to add”

The group talk fan favourites and making sure everyone’s voices are heard.

C Douglas: “Being in a band is like playing a game”

The Yorkshireman — who is making a new life for himself in Paris — talks going solo, the debut EP and taking his new sound on the road.

Vona Vella: “Some of our current fans might think we sound like a different band but we kind of wanted that”

The band talks about performing, how the band has evolved, and new music.

Tebi Rex: Three Acts to Fin.

Matt Ó Baoill looks back on the decade of friendship and creativity that led Tebi Rex to their perfect goodbye.

Radio Free Alice talk sold out shows, career highs and future plans

We sat down with the Australian rockers ahead of their appearance at Leeds Festival.

Opinion

The Best Releases of February 2026

The year is only just beginning — here’s our picks.

The Best Releases of January 2026

We’ve listened to them all, we’ve deliberated, and we have the best of a brilliant bunch.

The Essential Heartbreak Anthems to Get You Through Valentine’s Day 2026

If you’re going through it, then look no further.

Rihanna’s ‘ANTI’ turns 10, marking a decade between her last solo album

She first burst onto the scene with 2005’s ‘Music Of The Sun’.

Albums turning 10 in 2026

All the albums turning 10 this year, in order.

All the albums being released in 2026

Wondering what albums and EPs are coming out in 2026?

10 of the Best Independent Releases of 2025

We’ve had our say about the best of 2025, but what about those without a major label behind them?

Up Next: The Indie Index 2026

Your essential guide to the artists poised for a big year in 2026.

The 25 Best Songs of 2025

It’s been some year for music, so here’s our shortlist for the best tracks. Including Geese, Wet Leg, Blood Orange and Pulp.

The Indie Scene Staff Picks of 2025

The Indie Scene team’s favourite picks from 2025, including best gig, album and song.

The 25 Best Albums of 2025

The very best albums from the year that brought us more incredible music than we knew what to do with.

10 Irish artists you need to know

Discover the fresh voices and fearless sounds redefining Ireland’s vibrant music landscape.

The Ultimate Festival Guide to 2025

Plan a summer of live music with our hand-picked selection of the top festivals across the UK and Europe.

Revisiting New Order’s ‘Get Ready’ Track by Track: the lost LP that never got to see the stage

A ‘honeymoon period’ between two estranged friends. An absence of half the band. And a comeback record that was never played live… until now.

Independent Venue Week comes to Leeds

With a wealth of bands on the line-up, we caught as many exciting acts as we could.

10 Artists set to be big in 2025

These artists are bound to do big things in 2025.

15 Phenomenal Debuts from 2024

The very best debut LPs and EPs from the year that brought you Brat summer.

Inside the launch party for Rebecca Hook’s ‘The Hacienda: Threads’: “It was a cathedral of culture…”

With Peter Hook on the decks, it could only be an unforgettable evening.

Why are bands breaking up in 2024?

This year has seen an influx of beloved indie bands taking a break.

“Play it high, Hooky… Play it high!”: 7 Songs inspired by Peter Hook

The Joy Division and New Order bassist has inspired the likes of The Killers, Fontaines D.C. and more.

WIN: 2 Tickets to see Kai Bosch live in Manchester!

We’ve partnered with the musician to give away tickets to his Castle Hotel gig on May 2nd.

Starving, hysterical and elated for the record bins: the ecstasy of Record Store Day

The world of vinyl is well and truly back.

Why are so many musicians dropping out of SXSW?

Musicians have dropped out of the Texas festival in support of Palestine.

Why are we still queuing days in advance for gigs?

Dedicated fans started camping outside The O2 arena 3 days before The 1975’s show.

20 of the Best Debuts of 2023

Last year we prayed for lots of exciting new artists and boy did 2023 answer!

10 of the Greatest Songs from Movie Soundtracks

Barbie isn’t the only movie that boasts an incredible soundtrack — here are our favourites that make great movies even greater.

15 exciting Scottish artists on our radar

Scotland produces some of the finest talent around — here’s our rundown of the best and freshest music.

The cast of Stranger Things are unsurprisingly talented musicians

With season four of the Netflix original out last Friday, our inescapable intrigue into what the cast get up to outside of their busy acting schedules comes to natural fruition.

15 of the Best Albums of 2021

A shortlist of our favourite albums of 2021, consisting of Japanese Breakfast, Dry Cleaning and more

Kelly Clarkson: Girl-next-door turned pop-rockstar on second album ‘Breakaway’

Kelly Clarkson has, without a doubt, had a rollercoaster ride to fame. She came onto the scene after winning the first-ever season of American Idol and, since then, she’s now made a name for herself as a late-night talk show host

Live Reviews

Echo & the Bunnymen bring their very best to Brighton

The band brought a setlist full of classic hits and deep cuts for a night that took everyone back to the 1980s.

Leon Thomas brings his MUTTS DON’T HEEL tour to Birmingham

The contemporary R&B artist brought his World Tour to Birmingham’s O2 Academy.

Odeal brings his tour to London’s O2 Academy Brixton

The musician performed to a sold-out London crowd.

Photos: better joy @ Gorilla, Manchester

The musician was supported by Mel Raeburn and Fright Years.

Naïka brought global pop sounds to London’s KOKO

The vibrant pop artist took us on an intimate journey, featuring family tributes and powerful kompa beats.

Franz Ferdinand explore the human fear in Portsmouth

The indie rock legends visit the great waterfront city as part of their ‘Greater Glasgow European Cultural Exchange’ Tour.

‘An Evening with Emmy Meli’ at London’s The Social

London was the final stop on Emmy Meli’s intimate three-date tour, marking her first headline event since 2022.

Folk Bitch Trio at Scala: When Live Sounds Just Like the Record

The Australian trio brought their 2025 debut album ‘Now Would Be A Good Time’ to London.

Blessed and Possessed: Powerwolf bring snarling symphonies to London

The German power metal veterans brought their ‘Wake Up the Wicked’ tour to London, in a climactic show at the iconic Wembley Arena.

Hot Mulligan bring their new album to London’s Roundhouse

The band brought ‘The Sound a Body Makes When It’s Still’ to the capital.

Alice Costelloe’s ‘Move on with the Year’ at London’s Servant Jazz Quarters

The singer released her debut album last month.

The Beaches threw an unforgettable party at O2 Academy Brixton after the release of 3rd album ‘No Hard Feelings’

The Canadian band brought their UK tour to London.

Ashnikko takes on O2 Academy Brixton with a chaotic, unforgettable show

The musician brought their latest album ‘Smoochies’ to London for two nights.

Wednesday bring ‘Bleeds’ to O2 Academy Leeds

The band’s UK tour experienced venue upgrades across several shows.

An encore of a lifetime for the ‘00s indie lovers: Kaiser Chiefs get re-hired at Eventim Apollo

The champions of the noughties indie scene play their debut album in full in London to celebrate its 20th Anniversary.

Xana turns Village Underground into a sapphic pop playground on the Until It Wasn’t tour

The Canadian pop star brought her 2024 album ‘The Sex Was Good Until It Wasn’t’ to the capital.

Kaiser Chiefs celebrate the 20th Anniversary of Employment in Manchester

20 years on and the Leeds band still possess that same indie flair.

Arm’s Length hit Newcastle head-on

The Canadian band brought their second album ‘There’s A Whole World Out There’ to The Grove.

Of Monsters and Men made the Roundhouse their own

The Icelandic band brought their The Mouse Parade tour to London.

Fatboy Slim’s genre hopping Acid Ballroom tour hits Manchester

Fatboy Slim celebrates 40 years in his career with a double-night residency at Aviva Studios.

Soul Comes to Town: Lucinda Williams on tour in Basingstoke

The legendary country and blues musician attempts to soothe a world gone wrong as she takes her latest album out on the road.

HotWax brought an explosive set to Chalk in Brighton

The Hastings-based trio didn’t hold back on their last show of the UK leg of the ‘Hot Shock’ tour.

Miles Kane’s swagger fuels craze at Newcastle’s NX

Miles Kane brings a committed approach to the live renditions of ‘Sunlight In The Shadows’.

Magdalena Bay kick off their UK tour in Birmingham

The alternative duo brought their ‘Magical Mystery’ tour to Birmingham’s O2 Academy.

God Bless America: Bad Bunny Showcases ‘DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS’ at the NFL Super Bowl

The Puerto Rican rapper brought his latest album to the halftime show, with an array of familiar faces.

Manchester’s Holly Head electrify Scala

The upcoming indie punk four-piece laid down a marker for what’s to come.

Fust bring their tour to Leeds’ Brudenell Social Club

The North Carolina band brought their ‘United Kingdom’ tour to Leeds.

All Time Low bring 10th album ‘Everyone’s Talking!’ to The O2 in London

All Time Low proving emo isn’t dead with a full capacity show at London’s O2 Arena? Yeah, count me in!

Biffy Clyro: A band worthy of Scotland’s music Hall of Fame

Playing Glasgow without bassist James Johnston for the first time ever, Biffy Clyro put on a robust and resilient show.

From Dalston to Kentish Town: How Billie Marten Plays with Space

The singer-songwriter swapped the O2 Forum Kentish Town stage for a turn behind the decks.

Album Reviews

The Dandy Warhols crack open the vault on covers LP ‘Pin Ups’

The group’s first full-length covers album sees galvanising new alt takes on familiar classics from the ‘60s and beyond.

Fcukers thrive on debut album ‘Ö’

The band bring a mix of club-ready house, indie sleaze attitude and glossy pop instincts on their first release.

★★★★☆

Sophie May delivers exceptional debut album ‘Stars and Teeth’

The Londoner doesn’t miss a single beat on her delicate debut.

★★★★★

Snail Mail returns with triumphant 3rd album ‘Ricochet’

The musician follows up her 2022 album ‘Valentine’, after taking time away to recover from surgery.

★★★★★

Ovven drops debut album ‘Gnawing At The Chord’

The Nashville musician delivers his first full-length.

★★★★☆

Lala Lala releases new synth pop album ‘Heaven 2’

The new album is the ideal blend of dreamy and melancholic perfection.

★★★★★

The Orielles return reborn after four years with their gritty 4th LP ‘Only You Left’

The album follows 2022’s ‘Tableau’.

★★★★☆

Start Your Engines! Carpenter Brut’s supersonic new album ‘Leather Temple’

The pioneering darksynth musician, whose collaborations include Ulver, Ghost and League of Legends, promises action-star anthems in 4th album.

Between madness and a dream: GUM’s latest album ‘Blue Gum Way’

The multi-instrumentalist and member of Tame Impala’s touring band releases his seventh studio album to date on King Gizzard’s label.

★★★★☆

Mitski struggles to justify her premature transcendence to fame on ‘Nothing’s About to Happen to Me’

Identity, love and freedom all play themes on Mitski’s new record.

★★★★☆

The Lovely Basement channel Lou Reed and English folk on 4th album ‘Lowlands’

The album sees the Bristol four-piece fusing alt-Americana with proto-punk rock.

Hemi Hemingway does it all in 2nd album ‘Wings of Desire’

Punk meets Western in the new heartbreak album.

★★★★☆

Charli xcx’s cinematic score fuels Wuthering Heights’ fantastical interpretation

The pop superstar follows in the footsteps of Daft Punk and Prince as mainstream artists to creative film scores.

Yellow Days swaggers back with sounds of the ‘70s on the funky ‘Rock And A Hard Place’

The musician returns with the follow-up to 2024’s ‘HOTEL HEAVEN’.

★★★★★

Behind the Mask: Cardinals’ ‘Masquerade’ reveals the tenderness beneath the tension

On their debut album, the Irish band display the breadth of their sound and the strength of their voice.

★★★★½

Scattered Purgatory (破地獄) drop ambient metal fever dream ‘Post Purgatory’

The duo share their fourth album via Guruguru Brain.

Joyce Manor return with hard hitting album ‘I Used To Go To This Bar’

After four years away, the South Bay trio return with a refined evolution of their signature sound.

★★★★½

Mandy, Indiana drop new album ‘URGH’

The band’s second album is a satisfying representation of healing through screaming.

★★★★★

Henry Grace goes from solo to frontman with 2nd album ‘Things Are Moving All Around Me’

The British musician brings in a full band on his second full-length, co-produced with Mystery Jets’ Blaine Harrison.

★★★★☆

Jenny on Holiday shares debut solo album ‘Quicksand Heart’

One half of Let’s Eat Grandma goes solo on her first full length.

★★★★☆

Searows releases captivating new album ‘Death in the Business of Whaling’

The Portland-based artist uses literary and film references to create a world that’s both fantastical and all-too-real.

Growth proves fitting to A$AP Rocky on ‘Don’t Be Dumb’

A plethora of established artists and multi-genre switch ups can please all on A$AP Rocky’s long-awaited return.

★★★☆☆

The Wombats release extended edition of ‘Oh! The Ocean’

The expanded ‘deluxe’ version of the band’s latest album sees four wondrous new tracks from the original album sessions and beyond.

Bug Teeth releases tear-jerking debut album ‘Micrographia’

The dreamy new album beautifully connects famous novels with sombre memories.

adults drop new album ‘the seeds we sow are sprouting buds nonetheless’

This album is the sad indie pop playlist of my dreams.

5 Seconds of Summer change up the pace with ‘EVERYONE’S A STAR!’

The quartet put their solo careers on pause for their 6th album.

The Last Dinner Party’s regal pop rock packs more punch on ‘From The Pyre’

‘From The Pyre’ sees The Last Dinner Party try and establish their name in contemporary rock.

‘Bean Hollow’ by Bad Tiger warps eras and pleases eardrums

The band’s second album is filled with strong tracks, from top to bottom, as each track provides a new layer to unravel.

Witch Fever unleashes new levels of artistry and emotion in ‘FEVEREATEN’

The band’s second album is full of loud emotion and musical experimentation, all revolving around religious themes.

Dave’s ‘The Boy Who Played the Harp’: A South London Story of Faith, Mental Health, the World Around Us, and Love

The Londoner returns with his 3rd album.

On Our Radar

Single Reviews

Grandmas House return with new single ‘DOG’

The band have also announced tour dates across Europe.

Sleeping With Sirens return after 4 years with ‘An Ending in Itself’

The American post-hardcore five piece deliver a hard hitting message with their latest track.

‘In The Mud’: The Slow Country’s poignant folk-horror spectacle

The seven-piece push the boundaries of indie folk on this towering epic.

Chartreuse get reflective on ‘Enough To Make You Laugh’

The band will support The Maccabees in Edinburgh and Newcastle this July.

PUNCHBAG share EP taster ‘What’s In My Bag’

Paired up with the previously released ‘I Am Obsessed’, it is a one-two punch that is set up for an absolute success.

Wales’ latest punk exports DOGCOLLAR drop 2nd single ‘Beautiful Game’

It’s rare to see a band throw down two singles that sound so fully realised already.

Ample House release cathartic treasure ‘Makeup’

‘Makeup’ is the first track to be released from the Scottish band’s debut EP ‘Can’t Believe I’m Here’.

Ava Max pops off in regal new single ‘KiLL iT QUEEN’

The ‘Sweet but Psycho’ singer returns to the dancefloor once again in first taste of untitled fourth album.

Brother Wallace releases 3rd single ‘Gone With The Wind’

The single is the latest from his debut album ‘Electric Love’, dropping this May.

DOGCOLLAR share debut single ‘Family Affair’

The Welsh band announce themselves with their first release.

The Menzingers drop new single ‘Nobody's Heroes’

The band return with their first music since 2024.

The Velvet Tuxedo drop acrid new punk anthem ‘Buzz the Scuzz’

The group’s debut single promises three minutes of garage, psych and punk swagger.

Gypsy Pistoleros proclaim ‘I’m the Prince of the Damned’ on sleazy new glam rocker

The latest single from upcoming LP ‘Dark Faerie Tales’ follows last year’s gospel to the glam genre ‘Church of the Pistoleros’.

Alt-pop newcomers Swan Su release debut single ‘Clay’

The London-based duo arrive with their first single.

Hot Mulligan drop new single ‘I Don’t Think It’s the Right Time for Emojis’

The song is a B-side after the release of their 4th album in 2025.

Nxdia returns with new single ‘Cool’

Nxdia leans into desire without apology on their latest single.

Fantastic Cat drop new single ‘Donnie Takes The Bus’

The band drop the first teaser from their upcoming album ‘Cat Out of Hell’.

The Dare remixes Wet Leg’s beloved ‘mangetout’

Indie rock meets indie sleaze on this new remix.

Evelyn Gray shares whimsical debut single ‘Clotheslines’

The ex-Tapir! frontperson’s first single is an enchanting introduction to her solo world.

Tom Emlyn drops whirlwind new track ‘Starsick’

The release is Emlyn’s first on Dirty Carrot Records, and follows the musician’s fifth studio album, last year’s ‘The Names of the Streetcorners’.

girli kicks off 2026 with a powerful statement on ‘Slap On The Wrist’

The Londoner shares her first single of the year.

Fast Money Music drops pulsing single ‘Unfortunately’

The musician’s self-titled debut album is scheduled for an April release.

VENUS GRRRLS kick off 2026 with pulverising new track ‘3x3’

The single marks the group’s first release on new alt-rock label Killabop.

Bloodworm’s ‘Bloodlust’: A gothic-flecked gem waiting to be found

Don’t let their small discography fool you, Bloodworm are post-punk pros.

Harry Styles long-awaited comeback arrives in the form of ‘Aperture’

The new release is set as the first single from his fourth album ‘Kiss All The Time. Disco, Occasionally.’.

Rising indie dream pop artist Theo Pyke stuns with new release ‘Nothing Personal’

The Turkish musician drops his latest single, bringing the perfect calm to the end of a long week.

Precious Pepala unveils darkly seductive breakup anthem ‘Love Bombs’

Taken from her forthcoming EP ‘Rosey’, ‘Love Bombs’ is as intense as it is addictive.

Whitelands drop new track ‘Blankspace’ ahead of second album

‘Sunlight Echoes’, the group’s sophomore release, follows 2024’s ‘Night-bound Eyes Are Blind To The Day’, and is out January 30th.

Tenderness releases third single ‘The Salt Flats’ from upcoming debut album ‘True’

Tenderness — AKA Katy Beth Young — has shared the latest single from their upcoming debut album, ‘True’.

kenzo jae debuts his most experimental work yet on ‘mmpa’

The West Yorkshire rapper returns with a metaphoric beauty, challenging himself by leaning into singing over his usual rap-driven verses.

EP Reviews

C Douglas’s debut EP ‘75019’ is an intriguing mix of genres

The 4-track EP opens up the floor to a lot of variety, grabbing your attention and holding onto it for as long as needed with some stellar tracks alongside some stellar production.

Westside Cowboy release raring EP ‘So Much Country ‘Till We Get There’

The four-piece’s latest effort also sees a new video for single ‘The Wahs’.

Packing punches with pyncher’s debut EP ‘Every Town Needs a Stranger’

The Manchester band sow their seed with their first EP.

Hardcore rockers SPACED drop heavy-as-lead EP ‘No Escape’

The group from Buffalo, New York, unveil the first release with Pure Noise Records.

HONK release their second ‘trash can country’ EP ‘Closing Down Sale’

The band return with a new EP.

Westside Cowboy crash through expectations with debut EP ‘This Better Be Something Great’

Living up to its name, the Manchester band’s first EP is genuinely something great.

Bee Bee Sea excite and delight in psych-y concept EP ‘It’s All About the Music’

The Italian psych-garage band drops new 3-track EP that sees the same song sculpted in different ways, from McCartney-esque rocker to one-minute trippy mantra.

Psych-rockers Oral Habit drop electrifying debut ‘Garage Frock!’

The fuzz-rock indie trio from Brighton release their four-track debut EP, offering up 10 minutes of mayhem and genre mastery.

Shelly return with new EP ‘Shelly 2’

Bedroom pop is back, baby!

Passionate, sensual and introspective: kwn ‘with all due respect’ is worth the hype

The EP is earning the respect of British R&B fans, with kwn easing her way into the music scene as a force to be reckoned with.

Instinctual and emotionally charged: Keo’s ‘Siren’ is a debut EP worth the hype

‘Siren’ is brimming with the guttural musicality and emotional depth of a far more seasoned band.

‘Nothing Vicious’: Vinyl-groove-proof that in heather are one of Manchester’s best current exports

The band share their debut EP.

Heavy Weather present their stormy debut EP ‘And Now The Weather’

‘And Now The Weather’ is a mission statement from a band worth tuning into.

Adam Hopper & the Wimps unveil their new hazy EP 'Remember to Have Fun’

Gently reminisce with the former Blanketman frontman on his brand new release.

NewDad’s ‘Safe’: Big hooks, bold moves and a gaze towards greatness

With their signature blend of beauty and bite, the Galway band’s latest EP is anything but safe.

Polly Money steps into spotlight with EP ‘T-shirt Nothing Else’

The Cornwall-born artist has perfectly merged sweet melodies with tender, raw lyricism to perfectly document queer romance.

Chalk present new EP ‘Conditions III’

The band share their new EP.

The Maddocks share sophomore EP ‘The Mind Palace’

The Northern rockers are back with a catchy and mysterious offering.

Ellur shares confessional EP ‘God Help Me Now’

Ellur’s latest offering is immersive, introspective and infectious.

Flip Top Head share debut EP ‘Up Like A Weather Balloon’

The Brighton band share their first extended play.

Cardinals continue to break the mould on their self-titled debut EP

Still just doing their own thing, Cork’s hottest new guitar band are as subversive as ever.

Andy Goodwin’s ‘Tales of a Likely Lad’: Manchester’s Marmite-like wind-up merchant proves he’s far from a one hit wonder

The Mancunian musician’s debut EP is a bold declaration of who he is and what he can do.

mary in the junkyard propel us through ‘this old house’ with ferocious chaos rock

Finally offering up the keys to their debut EP, the experimental rock trio have made it a record to remember.

Fuzz-rock throwdowns and the cosmic frontier: Little Strange’s quasi-western ‘Red Moon Rises’

The band share their debut EP.

Perchard’s Wall promise psychotropic rock with debut EP ‘The Tea Pea’

The band share their first EP.

cruush share new EP ‘Nice Things Now, All The Time’

The band share a new EP.

Hozier shares new EP ‘Unheard’

The iconic Irish man shares a whole host of previously unheard tracks from the album ‘Unreal Unearth’.

L’objectif share new EP ‘The Left Side’

The Leeds based band prove that they won’t succumb to one genre.

Hutch share their debut EP ‘Smile and Wave’

The Brighton-based groovers share their first EP.

Gretchin’s golden formula glistens on debut EP ‘When I Was 19’

With blunt honesty and intense relatability, Gretchin’s first EP is the epitome of punchy pop.

Stay In The Loop

Album Reviews

Alternative

The Dandy Warhols crack open the vault on covers LP ‘Pin Ups’

Alternative

The group’s first full-length covers album sees galvanising new alt takes on familiar classics from the ‘60s and beyond.

Alternative

Debut, Pop

Fcukers thrive on debut album ‘Ö’

Debut, Pop

The band bring a mix of club-ready house, indie sleaze attitude and glossy pop instincts on their first release.

★★★★☆

Debut, Pop

Debut, Indie

Sophie May delivers exceptional debut album ‘Stars and Teeth’

Debut, Indie

The Londoner doesn’t miss a single beat on her delicate debut.

★★★★★

Debut, Indie

Indie

Snail Mail returns with triumphant 3rd album ‘Ricochet’

Indie

The musician follows up her 2022 album ‘Valentine’, after taking time away to recover from surgery.

★★★★★

Indie

Debut, Indie

Ovven drops debut album ‘Gnawing At The Chord’

Debut, Indie

The Nashville musician delivers his first full-length.

★★★★☆

Debut, Indie

Indie

Lala Lala releases new synth pop album ‘Heaven 2’

Indie

The new album is the ideal blend of dreamy and melancholic perfection.

★★★★★

Indie

The Orielles return reborn after four years with their gritty 4th LP ‘Only You Left’

Indie

The album follows 2022’s ‘Tableau’.

★★★★☆

Indie

Alternative

Start Your Engines! Carpenter Brut’s supersonic new album ‘Leather Temple’

Alternative

The pioneering darksynth musician, whose collaborations include Ulver, Ghost and League of Legends, promises action-star anthems in 4th album.

Alternative

Between madness and a dream: GUM’s latest album ‘Blue Gum Way’

Alternative

The multi-instrumentalist and member of Tame Impala’s touring band releases his seventh studio album to date on King Gizzard’s label.

★★★★☆

Alternative

Indie

Mitski struggles to justify her premature transcendence to fame on ‘Nothing’s About to Happen to Me’

Indie

Identity, love and freedom all play themes on Mitski’s new record.

★★★★☆

Indie

Rock

The Lovely Basement channel Lou Reed and English folk on 4th album ‘Lowlands’

Rock

The album sees the Bristol four-piece fusing alt-Americana with proto-punk rock.

Rock

Alternative

Hemi Hemingway does it all in 2nd album ‘Wings of Desire’

Alternative

Punk meets Western in the new heartbreak album.

★★★★☆

Alternative

Soundtrack

Charli xcx’s cinematic score fuels Wuthering Heights’ fantastical interpretation

Soundtrack

The pop superstar follows in the footsteps of Daft Punk and Prince as mainstream artists to creative film scores.

Soundtrack

Soul

Yellow Days swaggers back with sounds of the ‘70s on the funky ‘Rock And A Hard Place’

Soul

The musician returns with the follow-up to 2024’s ‘HOTEL HEAVEN’.

★★★★★

Soul

Debut

Behind the Mask: Cardinals’ ‘Masquerade’ reveals the tenderness beneath the tension

Debut

On their debut album, the Irish band display the breadth of their sound and the strength of their voice.

★★★★½

Debut

Alternative, Electronic

Scattered Purgatory (破地獄) drop ambient metal fever dream ‘Post Purgatory’

Alternative, Electronic

The duo share their fourth album via Guruguru Brain.

Alternative, Electronic

Alternative

Joyce Manor return with hard hitting album ‘I Used To Go To This Bar’

Alternative

After four years away, the South Bay trio return with a refined evolution of their signature sound.

★★★★½

Alternative

Rock

Mandy, Indiana drop new album ‘URGH’

Rock

The band’s second album is a satisfying representation of healing through screaming.

★★★★★

Rock

Americana, Folk

Henry Grace goes from solo to frontman with 2nd album ‘Things Are Moving All Around Me’

Americana, Folk

The British musician brings in a full band on his second full-length, co-produced with Mystery Jets’ Blaine Harrison.

★★★★☆

Americana, Folk

Debut, Indie

Jenny on Holiday shares debut solo album ‘Quicksand Heart’

Debut, Indie

One half of Let’s Eat Grandma goes solo on her first full length.

★★★★☆

Debut, Indie

Indie, Folk

Searows releases captivating new album ‘Death in the Business of Whaling’

Indie, Folk

The Portland-based artist uses literary and film references to create a world that’s both fantastical and all-too-real.

Indie, Folk

Hip-Hop

Growth proves fitting to A$AP Rocky on ‘Don’t Be Dumb’

Hip-Hop

A plethora of established artists and multi-genre switch ups can please all on A$AP Rocky’s long-awaited return.

★★★☆☆

Hip-Hop

Indie

The Wombats release extended edition of ‘Oh! The Ocean’

Indie

The expanded ‘deluxe’ version of the band’s latest album sees four wondrous new tracks from the original album sessions and beyond.

Indie

Debut, Indie

Bug Teeth releases tear-jerking debut album ‘Micrographia’

Debut, Indie

The dreamy new album beautifully connects famous novels with sombre memories.

Debut, Indie

Indie, Pop

adults drop new album ‘the seeds we sow are sprouting buds nonetheless’

Indie, Pop

This album is the sad indie pop playlist of my dreams.

Indie, Pop

Pop

5 Seconds of Summer change up the pace with ‘EVERYONE’S A STAR!’

Pop

The quartet put their solo careers on pause for their 6th album.

Pop

Indie

The Last Dinner Party’s regal pop rock packs more punch on ‘From The Pyre’

Indie

‘From The Pyre’ sees The Last Dinner Party try and establish their name in contemporary rock.

Indie

‘Bean Hollow’ by Bad Tiger warps eras and pleases eardrums

Indie

The band’s second album is filled with strong tracks, from top to bottom, as each track provides a new layer to unravel.

Indie

Rock, Punk

Witch Fever unleashes new levels of artistry and emotion in ‘FEVEREATEN’

Rock, Punk

The band’s second album is full of loud emotion and musical experimentation, all revolving around religious themes.

Rock, Punk

Hip-Hop

Dave’s ‘The Boy Who Played the Harp’: A South London Story of Faith, Mental Health, the World Around Us, and Love

Hip-Hop

The Londoner returns with his 3rd album.

Hip-Hop

Music News

Wanderlust Festival 2026: All you need to know

Southampton’s multi-venue indie weekender returns for its third year, with headliners Squid and The Horrors.

The Great Escape’s 20th anniversary line-up just got even bigger

A global wave of emerging talent joins the Brighton festival as new rewards and daily highlights are unveiled.

Niall Horan announces first leg of 2026 tour dates in UK and Europe

The Irish singer is set to tour his 4th album ‘Dinner Party’ this Autumn.

First artists announced to play London’s newest venue British Airways ARC

Self Esteem and Mcfly are amongst those announced to welcome people into the new live entertainment venue.

BRIT Award-winning Jungle announce their 5th album ‘Sunshine’

The band dropped a new single ‘Carry On’ and announced a world headline tour for late 2026 and early 2027.

Madra Salach announce Autumn 2026 UK headline tour

The tour will see the band return to cities like Manchester and Glasgow while also making their debut appearances elsewhere.

2000trees drop the final 24 bands joining the lineup for 2026

The underdog festival has announced the final wave of bands for 2026, bringing some serious heat to fuel anticipation in the run-up to the festival.

The Lazy Eyes announce their return with 2nd album ‘Cheesy Love Songs’

The news comes with second single ‘The One Who Got Away’.

We Love Green returns to Paris with huge line-up for 15th Anniversary

The latest additions include ROLE MODEL, Soulwax, Luvcat and more.

The Beach Boys celebrate 60th Anniversary of ‘Pet Sounds’ with new vinyl editions

The announcement comes with a 3-track digital EP that includes three new versions of ‘Sloop John B’.

Maximilian announces new ‘Diurnals’ EP and drops lead single ‘I Know You’

The Brighton musician released his debut album in 2024.

Hutch announce 2nd EP with new track ‘Pepper Kettle’

The Brighton sextet take it up a notch with their latest single.

Kate Nash joins the Sound City 2026 line-up

The singer is joined by over 30 new names preparing to perform in Liverpool.

Social Distortion kickstart new era with the announcement of ‘Born to Kill’

The iconic punk rockers behind albums ‘Mommy’s Little Monster’ and ‘Somewhere Between Heaven and Hell’ release title track off upcoming album, their first in 15 years.

End of the Road doubles down on eclecticism with new names for 2026

The festival adds Earl Sweatshirt, MIKE, Fatboi Sharif and more to an already enticing line-up.

Transvision Vamp announce first UK tour in three decades

The tour, the first in the group’s homeland since 1991, sees 16 dates across October 2026, including a show at London’s iconic Shepherd’s Bush Empire.

Jorja Smith and Tems announced as All Points East co-headliners

The anticipated wait for the Friday All Points East lineup is nearly over, with Kwn, Ayra Starr and Odeal announced as acts.

The Lemon Twigs announce 6th album with lead single ‘I Just Can’t Get Over Losing You’

The duo’s latest album ‘Look For Your Mind!’ is set for release May 8th via Captured Tracks.

SoftTop announce debut album ‘Gathering Dust’ with new single ‘Paving Stones’

The new single offers a second glimpse into the album’s blurry ‘70s dreamscape.

Truck Festival adds more names to its 2026 lineup

Divorce, Picture Parlour, Arkayla and more join the Oxfordshire festival’s already stacked bill.

Brighton Psych Fest unveils a diverse lineup for 2026

The ever-growing festival is ready to return to Brighton on 4th September with a packed lineup.

So Long, Good Friday release full 2026 lineup

The one-day festival will feature a diverse lineup for its very first edition.

The King of Dancehall: Yellowman & The Upper Cut Band return to The Jazz Cafe

Celebrating the roots and power of dancehall, Jamaican legend Yellowman brings his catalogue to the iconic Camden stage for one night only.

Green Man reveal first names for 2026, including Wolf Alice and Four Tet

The festival announced over 100 acts to play over four days against the backdrop of the beautiful Welsh mountains.

Goodbye announce debut EP ‘These Things Take Time’ with new track ‘13a’

The band solidified themselves as ones to watch before accompanying Lime Garden on tour in March.

Love Supreme is shaping up to be the festival of the Summer with over 25 acts added to the 2026 line-up

Love Supreme Jazz Festival announces over 25 new acts for its biggest summer yet.

Mouth Ulcers put out Bauhausian new single ‘Prevail’, sign to LAB Records

The London four-piece mark their new era with deliciously gothic single, echoing the best of Peter Murphy and Robert Smith.

Lowlands releases first wave of artists for 2026 line-up

Tyler, the Creator, Lorde and Sombr are among those announced for 2026.

thistle. announce new EP ‘backflip’

The Manchester-based band share new single ‘pieces’.

Jacob Alon and Conan Gray are announced as openers for Lewis Capaldi at BST Hyde Park

The artists are also set to open for Capaldi at Leeds’ Roundhay Festival.

In Conversation

Interviews

“It’s the greatest moment, the second it goes sideways”: Zia McCabe on The Dandy Warhols’ new album

The longtime keyboardist of the Oregon rock group and solo DJ talks ‘Pin Ups’, the Warhols’ first full cover album, long-lost demos and the importance of free will.

vegas water taxi: “I just can’t fake it”

Ahead of the alt-country band’s latest album, frontman Ben Hambro spoke to us about vulnerability, wit, and growing up.

Henry Grace: “I feel so lucky to have the people that I do have around me”

The Londoner spoke to us about the release of his 2nd album ‘Things Are Moving All Around Me’ and playing with a full band.

Rollups: “No one cares what genre we are. If we like it, it doesn’t matter”

The band are making a name for themselves in the local Manchester music scene.

Songs You Can Feel: Flip Top Head talk rewriting their sound on ‘Trilateral Machine’

The Brighton art-rock band discuss their new EP, stripping back their sound and embracing a more organic approach.

Dolder: “If we weren’t identical twins, it would be a nightmare”

The Newcastle-based duo talk songwriting, working with family, and tease new material.

Inside ‘Small Hours’, the debut EP from Raining Blue

Raining Blue talks us through her debut EP ‘Small Hours’, reflecting on a period of change and learning when to sit with how things feel.

Opal Mag: “When I write, it’s quite a nostalgic feeling”

The Brighton dream-pop musician talks about growing up surrounded by a musical family and big inspirations.

Mariae Cassandra on ‘Everything in My Backpocket’ and touring Australia

The up-and-coming Australian rock singer discusses her unique sound and newfound success.

Miles Kane: “This is the start of a new crossroads on this album”

Miles Kane discusses inspirations, fashion and his latest record.

FLETCHR FLETCHR: “We organically started to realise that we’d sort of started a band”

The band have just dropped their debut EP ‘We All Feel The Same’.

thistle. on the intricacies of juggling life and music

The Northampton trio have just signed to REX Records and are on tour with Glasgow’s Humour.

Caamp: “It’s the best thing in the world, being in a band with your friends”

The band’s co-founder Evan Westfall talks touring, working with friends and how hockey prepped him for being in a band.

Unique Freaks: “We didn’t want to just be a psychedelic and garage band”

We caught up with Darragh to discuss their recently released album ‘Enjoyment Planted’.

Nell Mescal: “There’s going to be a lot of music next year”

The Irish star spoke to us about her second EP, recording in New York and her upcoming headline tour.

No Label, No Limits! The DIY Dream: Inside Fickle Friends’ Reinvention

With total control over every sound, show and sleeve, the Brighton band are finding joy in the DIY grind.

“I’m the problem”: Arthur Hill gets real about love, lyrics and lesbians

The singer-songwriter gets candid about his new EP, viral beginnings and why being a bit of a mess makes for perfect indie-pop.

Balancing Act: At Home in the Unknown

Balancing Act aren’t looking to find their footing; they’re embracing the sway.

PROJECTOR: “This is probably us being the most ourselves”

The band just released their second album ‘Contempt’.

Devon after dark: Finding light in the quiet

The musician spoke to us about the late-night honesty behind his new mixtape, reflecting on creativity, connection, and the calm that brings it all to life.

Nxdia: “My community is the whole point”

The alt-pop singer-songwriter talks embracing their cultural background, building community through their music, and touring.

Witch Fever talk touring and ‘THE GARDEN’ music video

We spoke to Alex Thompson about upcoming album ‘FEVEREATEN’.

Liang Lawrence: “I think I can do sad, I’m working on all the other ones”

The singer-songwriter talks big inspirations, her third EP and wanting to collaborate with Spacey Jane.

Legss: Step into the Unreal

Ned Green and Max Oliver talk the making of their debut album, ‘Unreal’.

In Conversation with Lusaint

Lusaint talks debut EP, album plans and playing in front of the Pope.

The Slow Country: “That’s the beauty of a seven-piece. Everyone has their own thing to add”

The group talk fan favourites and making sure everyone’s voices are heard.

C Douglas: “Being in a band is like playing a game”

The Yorkshireman — who is making a new life for himself in Paris — talks going solo, the debut EP and taking his new sound on the road.

Vona Vella: “Some of our current fans might think we sound like a different band but we kind of wanted that”

The band talks about performing, how the band has evolved, and new music.

Tebi Rex: Three Acts to Fin.

Matt Ó Baoill looks back on the decade of friendship and creativity that led Tebi Rex to their perfect goodbye.

Radio Free Alice talk sold out shows, career highs and future plans

We sat down with the Australian rockers ahead of their appearance at Leeds Festival.

Live

Live Reviews

Echo & the Bunnymen bring their very best to Brighton

The band brought a setlist full of classic hits and deep cuts for a night that took everyone back to the 1980s.

Leon Thomas brings his MUTTS DON’T HEEL tour to Birmingham

The contemporary R&B artist brought his World Tour to Birmingham’s O2 Academy.

Odeal brings his tour to London’s O2 Academy Brixton

The musician performed to a sold-out London crowd.

Photos: better joy @ Gorilla, Manchester

The musician was supported by Mel Raeburn and Fright Years.

Naïka brought global pop sounds to London’s KOKO

The vibrant pop artist took us on an intimate journey, featuring family tributes and powerful kompa beats.

Franz Ferdinand explore the human fear in Portsmouth

The indie rock legends visit the great waterfront city as part of their ‘Greater Glasgow European Cultural Exchange’ Tour.

‘An Evening with Emmy Meli’ at London’s The Social

London was the final stop on Emmy Meli’s intimate three-date tour, marking her first headline event since 2022.

Folk Bitch Trio at Scala: When Live Sounds Just Like the Record

The Australian trio brought their 2025 debut album ‘Now Would Be A Good Time’ to London.

Blessed and Possessed: Powerwolf bring snarling symphonies to London

The German power metal veterans brought their ‘Wake Up the Wicked’ tour to London, in a climactic show at the iconic Wembley Arena.

Hot Mulligan bring their new album to London’s Roundhouse

The band brought ‘The Sound a Body Makes When It’s Still’ to the capital.

Alice Costelloe’s ‘Move on with the Year’ at London’s Servant Jazz Quarters

The singer released her debut album last month.

The Beaches threw an unforgettable party at O2 Academy Brixton after the release of 3rd album ‘No Hard Feelings’

The Canadian band brought their UK tour to London.

Ashnikko takes on O2 Academy Brixton with a chaotic, unforgettable show

The musician brought their latest album ‘Smoochies’ to London for two nights.

Wednesday bring ‘Bleeds’ to O2 Academy Leeds

The band’s UK tour experienced venue upgrades across several shows.

An encore of a lifetime for the ‘00s indie lovers: Kaiser Chiefs get re-hired at Eventim Apollo

The champions of the noughties indie scene play their debut album in full in London to celebrate its 20th Anniversary.

Xana turns Village Underground into a sapphic pop playground on the Until It Wasn’t tour

The Canadian pop star brought her 2024 album ‘The Sex Was Good Until It Wasn’t’ to the capital.

Kaiser Chiefs celebrate the 20th Anniversary of Employment in Manchester

20 years on and the Leeds band still possess that same indie flair.

Arm’s Length hit Newcastle head-on

The Canadian band brought their second album ‘There’s A Whole World Out There’ to The Grove.

Of Monsters and Men made the Roundhouse their own

The Icelandic band brought their The Mouse Parade tour to London.

Fatboy Slim’s genre hopping Acid Ballroom tour hits Manchester

Fatboy Slim celebrates 40 years in his career with a double-night residency at Aviva Studios.

Soul Comes to Town: Lucinda Williams on tour in Basingstoke

The legendary country and blues musician attempts to soothe a world gone wrong as she takes her latest album out on the road.

HotWax brought an explosive set to Chalk in Brighton

The Hastings-based trio didn’t hold back on their last show of the UK leg of the ‘Hot Shock’ tour.

Miles Kane’s swagger fuels craze at Newcastle’s NX

Miles Kane brings a committed approach to the live renditions of ‘Sunlight In The Shadows’.

Magdalena Bay kick off their UK tour in Birmingham

The alternative duo brought their ‘Magical Mystery’ tour to Birmingham’s O2 Academy.

God Bless America: Bad Bunny Showcases ‘DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS’ at the NFL Super Bowl

The Puerto Rican rapper brought his latest album to the halftime show, with an array of familiar faces.

Manchester’s Holly Head electrify Scala

The upcoming indie punk four-piece laid down a marker for what’s to come.

Fust bring their tour to Leeds’ Brudenell Social Club

The North Carolina band brought their ‘United Kingdom’ tour to Leeds.

All Time Low bring 10th album ‘Everyone’s Talking!’ to The O2 in London

All Time Low proving emo isn’t dead with a full capacity show at London’s O2 Arena? Yeah, count me in!

Biffy Clyro: A band worthy of Scotland’s music Hall of Fame

Playing Glasgow without bassist James Johnston for the first time ever, Biffy Clyro put on a robust and resilient show.

From Dalston to Kentish Town: How Billie Marten Plays with Space

The singer-songwriter swapped the O2 Forum Kentish Town stage for a turn behind the decks.

Opinion

The Best Releases of February 2026

The year is only just beginning — here’s our picks.

The Best Releases of January 2026

We’ve listened to them all, we’ve deliberated, and we have the best of a brilliant bunch.

The Essential Heartbreak Anthems to Get You Through Valentine’s Day 2026

If you’re going through it, then look no further.

Rihanna’s ‘ANTI’ turns 10, marking a decade between her last solo album

She first burst onto the scene with 2005’s ‘Music Of The Sun’.

Albums turning 10 in 2026

All the albums turning 10 this year, in order.

All the albums being released in 2026

Wondering what albums and EPs are coming out in 2026?

10 of the Best Independent Releases of 2025

We’ve had our say about the best of 2025, but what about those without a major label behind them?

Up Next: The Indie Index 2026

Your essential guide to the artists poised for a big year in 2026.

The 25 Best Songs of 2025

It’s been some year for music, so here’s our shortlist for the best tracks. Including Geese, Wet Leg, Blood Orange and Pulp.

The Indie Scene Staff Picks of 2025

The Indie Scene team’s favourite picks from 2025, including best gig, album and song.

The 25 Best Albums of 2025

The very best albums from the year that brought us more incredible music than we knew what to do with.

10 Irish artists you need to know

Discover the fresh voices and fearless sounds redefining Ireland’s vibrant music landscape.

The Ultimate Festival Guide to 2025

Plan a summer of live music with our hand-picked selection of the top festivals across the UK and Europe.

Revisiting New Order’s ‘Get Ready’ Track by Track: the lost LP that never got to see the stage

A ‘honeymoon period’ between two estranged friends. An absence of half the band. And a comeback record that was never played live… until now.

Independent Venue Week comes to Leeds

With a wealth of bands on the line-up, we caught as many exciting acts as we could.

10 Artists set to be big in 2025

These artists are bound to do big things in 2025.

15 Phenomenal Debuts from 2024

The very best debut LPs and EPs from the year that brought you Brat summer.

Inside the launch party for Rebecca Hook’s ‘The Hacienda: Threads’: “It was a cathedral of culture…”

With Peter Hook on the decks, it could only be an unforgettable evening.

Why are bands breaking up in 2024?

This year has seen an influx of beloved indie bands taking a break.

“Play it high, Hooky… Play it high!”: 7 Songs inspired by Peter Hook

The Joy Division and New Order bassist has inspired the likes of The Killers, Fontaines D.C. and more.

WIN: 2 Tickets to see Kai Bosch live in Manchester!

We’ve partnered with the musician to give away tickets to his Castle Hotel gig on May 2nd.

Starving, hysterical and elated for the record bins: the ecstasy of Record Store Day

The world of vinyl is well and truly back.

Why are so many musicians dropping out of SXSW?

Musicians have dropped out of the Texas festival in support of Palestine.

Why are we still queuing days in advance for gigs?

Dedicated fans started camping outside The O2 arena 3 days before The 1975’s show.

20 of the Best Debuts of 2023

Last year we prayed for lots of exciting new artists and boy did 2023 answer!

10 of the Greatest Songs from Movie Soundtracks

Barbie isn’t the only movie that boasts an incredible soundtrack — here are our favourites that make great movies even greater.

15 exciting Scottish artists on our radar

Scotland produces some of the finest talent around — here’s our rundown of the best and freshest music.

The cast of Stranger Things are unsurprisingly talented musicians

With season four of the Netflix original out last Friday, our inescapable intrigue into what the cast get up to outside of their busy acting schedules comes to natural fruition.