Initially ignored in the UK, Talk Talk’s second album, It’s My Life, marked the first signs of a shifting trajectory. But it stands up on its own merits as a fine synth-pop record. Throughout life, […]
J’Moris Delivers Southern Grit and Authenticity in Hard-Hitting Track “Cut Off”
Southern rap gets a sharp dose of introspection with J’Moris’ latest release, “Cut Off.” The Hillsboro-born rapper, known for his smooth flow and raw storytelling, uses the track to explore themes of loyalty, self-respect, and […]
Interview: Richard Coles remembers the Communards
Rev Richard Coles on the Communards After more than a decade as TV’s go-to vicar, it’s easy to forget how influential Rev Richard Coles was alongside Jimmy Somerville in political pop mavericks Communards. It seems […]
The Other Two – Stephen Morris and Gillian Gilbert interview
Stephen Morris and Gillian Gilbert’s accidental pop career away from New Order as The Other Two has been an adventure they have never quite controlled… Here the husband-and-wife duo reflect on their side project’s debut […]
The Cure to release Songs Of A Live World Troxy London MMXXIV
The Cure are set to release Songs Of A Live World Troxy London MMXXIV in December with all royalties benefitting the War Child charity. The 1 November saw the release of The Cure’s critically acclaimed […]
Chesney Hawkes reunites with Nik Kershaw on new single
Chesney Hawkes reunites with Nik Kershaw on latest single, Live Forever, which is taken from his new album, released next year. The One And Only writer, Nik Kershaw, contributes to Live Forever which is a […]
NEW – Classic Pop Presents 1985
ADD TO YOUR COLLECTION ➔ Our 1980s series continues! The brand new Classic Pop Presents 1985 explores a year where pop truly ruled the world – a year of colossal creativity, mammoth sellers and Live […]
Dead Or Alive’s Youthquake turns 40 with deluxe boxset reissue
The 40th anniversary of Dead Or Alive’s Youthquake album is to be celebrated with an expansive 4CD deluxe boxset reissue. Set for release on 21 February 2025, this special edition is packaged in a stunning […]
Travis launch Eat The Beat campaign with food bank donation platform
Picture credit: Stefan Ruiz Travis launch Eat The Beat campaign with food bank donation platform Bankuet to raise funds this Christmas. The band kick off their Raze The Bar Tour at Leeds O2 Academy on […]
Shweta Harve’s “Why So Busy?” Reflects on the Hustle Culture Through Indie Pop
Blending introspective lyrics with indie pop melodies, Shweta Harve’s latest release, “Why So Busy?”, is a poignant critique of modern life’s obsession with constant productivity. With a vibrant, emotive composition by Dario Cei and Shweta […]
One-Hit Wonders – Best Of The 80s
One-hit wonders are like love affairs – intense, but alas, all-too-brief. Here’s Classic Pop’s rundown of the greatest one-shots ever to earworm their way into the charts and the public’s consciousness, only for their […]
Stevie Wonder’s best-selling hits collection debuts on vinyl
Stevie Wonder’s best-selling hits collection, featuring Superstition, Higher Ground, Signed, Sealed, Delivered I’m Yours and many more, debuts on 2LP set. Motown/UMe has announced the first-ever vinyl release of Stevie Wonder’s all-time best selling hits […]