Albums of the Month - August 2023
Date: 25th August 2023 Posted in: Company News and Events
Our top picks of the latest albums to listen to every month, from pop to rap to rock. Our top choices this month will be a great addition to anyone’s record collection.
We have picked out our favourite songs from the albums below. Check out our August Songs of the Month playlist.
One Man Band
Miles Kane | Modern Sky UK
English musician Miles Kane introduces One Man Band, his fifth studio album. Working on the album, Kane described the recording sessions as a "family affair”, working alongside cousin and The Coral's frontman, James Skelly. Zippy indie rock, with big hooks and anthems, there’s a clear influence from The Strokes and The Libertines. One Man Band is slick, exhilarating and a return to his roots. With plenty of singalong moments, it’s a return to his best.
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Chrome Dreams
Neil Young | Reprise
Awakened from the vault, Chrome Dreams is the 44th album by Neil Young. First compiled as an acetate in 1977, it's been widely circulated as a bootleg. Recordings appeared in various studio, or live, albums over the years, but despite that, this collection of dynamic tracks make us realise how good Young’s storytelling is. Having spent the last decade releasing old material, fans will be happy to hear these tracks together at last, in all their glory.
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Sundial
Noname | Label
Released to universal acclaim, Sundial is the second album from American artist Noname. Despite being more outspoken than her previous work on Room 25, this album still feels fairly simplistic. With minimalistic beats and sharp lyricism, her first record in five years is solid, featuring guest appearances from hip-hop royalty in Jay Electronica and Common. With jazz instrumentals, refined production and strong subject matter, everything feels well executed.
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Epoch
DeYarmond Edison | Jagjaguwar
This compilation album features unreleased material from DeYarmond Edison - former band of the members of Bon Iver, Megafaun, and Field Report. 5-LPs and 4-CDs cover rehearsals and reunions, in chronological order. A fascinating dive into the bands roots, covering friendships, breakups and collaboration from four childhood friends who built a musical connection. A unique listen that encapsulates the impact they had on each of their journeys.
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People Like Me & You
The Sherlocks | TeddyBoy Records
Indie rockers The Sherlocks are back with a bang on their fourth studio album. The South Yorkshire quartet introduce People Like Me & You, their most expansive record yet. Speaking about the making the album, Lead Vocalist Kiaran Crook said: “We went in there with ideas as opposed to fully fledged songs and I believe that’s where the magic lies.” With an established live reputation on the back of sold-out shows, it’s clear they've forged their own path.
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