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A handbook for the terminally online to help you see through the masses of crap, bland and offensively average music uploaded.

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DIY Music - A butterfly or a cocoon; a lifestyle or a transition?

“Bring what you expect to find.” — Ubi Dwyer

Explore the transformative journey of DIY music, from its grassroots origins to today's digital age. Discover how artists like Clairo and Yeek embody the DIY spirit, navigating the fine line between personal expression and industry success. Join us in celebrating authenticity and innovation in the ever-evolving world of music.

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Podcast

Issue Focus 1: Sean Price

This issue's focus is on Sean Price, someone who completely embodies this new way of creating from scratch. Sean heads up his own DIY music label - Brook Records; home to emerging Irish rapper Curtisy and also the management entity for emerging Irish singer-songwriter, Katie Phelan.

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Video content

The Kitchen Sync Ep 1-
Leo Chavez

A video series in which we force artists to perform some of their material in their own kitchen through the use of various different types of coercion like blackmail and threats of physical violence.

Why a Kitchen? Well how else do you best get to understand a person if you aren’t rummaging through the contents of their fridge or collecting B-roll of their dirty dishes.

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Album Reviews

The Pilgrim, Their God and The King Of My Decrepit Mountain

Tapir!

Tapir!'s Debut: A Mythical Musical Voyage: Embark on Tapir!'s indie-folk and post-punk odyssey in The Pilgrim, Their God and The King Of My Decrepit Mountain. This debut spins a tale of a Pilgrim in a surreal world, blending eerie aesthetics with lush sounds. From their iconic red masks to the richly layered music, it's a compelling dive into fantasy and sonic exploration. Perfect for those craving a blend of myth, melody, and the magic of personal discovery.

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And more

The Last Dinner Party - “Prelude To Ecstasy”

Lime Garden - “One More Thing”

Single reviews

In this eclectic mix of single reviews, we encounter a range of introspective and rebellious sounds. From Curtisy's raw, vulnerable hip-hop narrative in 'Last Time,' through Tiger Mendoza vs Killer Kowalski's post-punk critique of consumerism in 'Live Well for Less,' to Lil Yachty's jazz-infused introspection in 'A Cold Sunday.' Maggie Rogers offers a modernist folk plea in 'Don’t Forget Me,' while Khruangbin's 'May Ninth' envelops us in ethereal hope. Mount Kimbie's 'Fishbrain' ventures into indie territory, exploring the courage to step into the unknown.

Each track, diverse in genre and theme, promises a unique auditory journey, reflecting on personal growth, societal issues, and the universal quest for meaning.

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