Playlist July 2005
Lessons from Eno

‘Another Day on Earth’ is a big event: the first full record of ‘songs’ to come out under Brian Eno’s name since 1977. After twenty-odd years of producing and arranging other people’s songs – and, of course, adding backing and guest vocals from time to time – it looks like pop songs are back in style at Eno’s studio.

26 July 2005 | Text

Playlist January 2005

Brand-new (more or less) releases, by not-so brand-new people. Nick Cave produces his best collection in years, The Cure make a fresh start, and Radiohead continue to impress with two strong new albums. A hopeful collection to start the new year – even though all these artists are usually taken to be gloomy.

22 January 2005 | Text