Bon Jovi’s first album doesn’t instantly point to the likely creation of a global hair rockin’ monster, but it’s still an enjoyable debut. It struggles to know what kind of…
Classic Pop Issue 64 is on sale now
We’re back with a bang with our latest issue of Classic Pop magazine. Inside, we find out how Sparks have coped with lockdown and delve into the array of exciting…
Reissue review: The Human League – Octopus
THE HUMAN LEAGUE’S FIRST ALBUM AS A TRIO GETS EXPANDED FOR ITS 25TH ANNIVERSARY – BUT WHICH VERY DIFFERENT DELUXE EDITION WINS OUT? In the aftermath of the failure of…
Gary Numan Superfan – Frank Hentschke
Devoted fans show us their collections and pop memorabilia Q: When did you become a Superfan of Gary Numan and why do you like him? A: I became a superfan…
Courteeners’ Liam Fray: “I’m trying to be a better man… whatever that is”
The chorus of Courteeners’ recent single Better Man summarises singer Liam Fray’s attempts at self-improvement and the imposter syndrome he feels about his band’s status as one of the last rock & roll…
Compilation review: Village People – The Album Collection 1977-1985
Not exactly known as an albums band, Demon’s new 9CD boxset shows Jacques Morali and Henri Belolo’s group had more going on than is generally assumed. Sure, the outfits ensured…
Reissues review: Split Enz – Mental Notes/Dizrhythmia
Mental Notes 6/10 Dizrhythmia 8/10 Mainly known as the Finn brothers’ band before Crowded House, Neil Finn had yet to join elder brother Tim in the art-rockers for their 1976…
Classic Album: The Sundays – Reading, Writing & Arithmetic
Mixing the feathery whimsy of the Cocteau Twins and the jangling melodicism of The Smiths, The Sundays were tipped for huge stardom. Only problem was: they weren’t ready to play the pop…
One Hit Wonder: Edie Brickell & New Bohemians – What I Am
The tuneful hoarseness of Edie Brickell’s vocals on What I Am are so good that they manage to stand out on an upbeat song that works on every level. Brickell…
New album review: The Dream Syndicate – The Universe Inside
Though they’re beloved Paisley Underground contemporaries of REM, The Dream Syndicate’s third album since their 2012 reformation sounds nothing like the Athens quartet. On opener The Regulator, an almost entirely…