Slow Tree

How Was It For You? Tim Booth Of James’ Favourite Albums

After the release of James' Girl At The End Of The World, lead singer Tim Booth tells John Freeman about clandestine childhood listening and the redemptive powers of Iggy Pop in choosing the LPs that "saved his life"

Joe Meek Documentary Seeks Funding

Film-makers seek funding for documentary about pioneering English record producer and songwriter

Perfume Genius

Too Bright

Magical Experiences: James Holden’s Favourite Albums

Following last year's feral The Inheritors album, Border Community label head James Holden is about to take his newly developed live show on tour, including to Field Day and Sonar Barcelona. Rory Gibb catches up with him to discuss thirteen favourite and formative albums, improvisation and atheist spirituality

MGMT Streaming New Album Online

Band forced to preview album after leaks

Augmenting Reality: Devendra Banhart’s Favourite Albums

Following the release of his ninth album, Ape In Pink Marble, the LA-based singer-songwriter and artist opts against a theme of lobster-based smut (read on) and talks Tara Joshi through his 13 all-time favourite records

Critic’s Round-Up: Mark Kermode’s Favourite Albums

The film critic, television presenter and skiffle bassist sets aside his DVD stack to talk top records with Marc Burrows

Floating In Space: Teeth Of The Sea Take Off With New Album Hive

Whether they're soundtracking the moon shot or whipping out pop bangers, their latest album finds Teeth of the Sea's ambitions expaning in all directions, finds Jared Dix