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Review: A confusing mesh of experiments that trips over itself as a cohesive collection. Kiesza's debut has spirit, but lacks direction Review: The supergroup are big kids - and quite frankly, it's a lot of fun to listen to. Why McBusted's debut album is a bundle of fun An eclectic collection of dance anthems curated by the DJ. David Guetta: Listen - Album review The strongest moments on the album arrive when Murs channels his charisma. Olly Murs: Never Been Better - review Lorde's assembled a film score that pulsates in parts, but ultimately falls flat. HG: Mockingjay - Part 1 soundtrack review There's a mettle determination to produce solid music regardless of their following. One Direction's new album: What's the verdict? A record that celebrates a voice that has soared across generations. Dame Shirley Bassey: Hello Like Before review Not perfect by any means, but a progressive step forward. Cheryl's new album: What's the verdict? The sensitively wrapped romantic turmoil means he's sure to be welcomed back. Damien Rice album review How does the latest export from Harris' fearsome pop factory fare? Calvin Harris' Motion: 'An impressive array' You can't help but long for a Lennox who knocks off socks rather than fills stockings. Annie Lennox's Nostalgia: Beguiling, but safe Review: Taylor Swift's least personal album to date still blends synth-pop with emotional honesty. Taylor Swift's 1989 is a goldmine of hits Sadly, there's not enough here to get us truly excited. Is Nicole Scherzinger's new album Schamazing? Ben Howard justifies his place amongst the top UK singer-songwriters with second LP. Ben Howard album review: 'A genuine star' Review: This is one popstar who is far from being down and out on her third studio record. Jessie J's Sweet Talker is a solid effort A record that's likely to send Ware catapulting into the big leagues. Jessie Ware: Tough Love album review Simple, heartfelt and remarkably perceptive for a songwriter at the dawn of her career Ella Henderson review: "A superb album" A pastiche of tones and moods honours its signature to enchant. Gorgon City: Sirens - Album review A dizzying journey into the introspective meanderings of Jamie T's consciousness. Jamie T album review: Worth the 5-year wait? The band continue their move from visceral hardcore punk to glossy melodic rock. Lower Than Atlantis' new album reviewed Interwoven soundscapes that seem unfathomably complex yet strangely accessible. Aphex Twin: Syro album review Gaga may have toned down her performance, but her passion feels bigger. Gaga and Tony Bennett's duets reviewed Somehow, alt-J have got even weirder since An Awesome Wave. alt-J's new album is strange and beautiful The spirit of the outsider is suffocated by perplexing genre experimentation. The Madden Brothers: Album review The band have barely strayed away from their brand of soaring stadium-pop. The Script: No Sound Without Silence review We allow ourselves one listen of each song before writing down our thoughts. U2: Songs of Innocence - Instant review LA musician's debut album feels like eavesdropping on a whispered confession. Banks's Goddess review: An earnest debut It's more Johnny Borrell recruiting Zazou than Blur shunning Britpop. The Kooks: Listen - Album review The band have always had an image problem, and this doesn't help the cause. Maroon 5's new album: What's the verdict? One album in, but already we can't imagine the world without them. Lonely the Brave's debut album reviewed The band's self-titled debut album sees them doing less ripping and more reinventing. Royal Blood's debut album reviewed ★★★★★ A record filled with chart-bound hits that manages to avoid generic pop territory. Ariana Grande's new album reviewed ★★★★ Can the band's second album take them to the next level? Dry the River's new album reviewed Charlie Simpson proves he's worth more than the sum of a band. Charlie Simpson's new album reviewed A weighty follow-up of accomplished pop that makes up for its apology. Cher Lloyd's new album: The verdict Morrissey's band prove their worth but their ringleader occasionally torments. Read our review of Morrissey's new album For an artist who attempts to avoid the public eye, her material feels more revelatory than ever. Sia '1000 Forms Of Fear' album review ★★★★ Trouble In Paradise is proof good things - very, very good things - do come to those who wait. La Roux album review: Wall-to-wall bangers Not quite freed from the memories, but the Manics escape their history once more. Manic Street Preachers: Futurology review Karl Hyde goes for a head-over-feet approach with his Brian Eno hook-up. Eno - Hyde review: F**k dance, let's art!
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