andconham's Diary

A more mature sound leads to some unmemorable tracks on this album. Nothing bad, of course, but doesn't contain that same juice as their earlier albums. There is still some great moments here, and obviously some of Blinks most popular songs so it's not all bad. Favourite Tracks: - Feeling This - I…

A noticeable decline in quality from their previous two albums, but still features enough energy and charm to carry it. There are a few bops here for sure, a bit of filler too though that I won't feel the need to revisit. Favourite Tracks: - Liar - MakeDamnSure - Spin - Error: Operator

A decent but overlong pop-folk album. The songwriting and general vibe evoke some nostalgiac feelings, and it is quite catchy in parts. A bit of a lack of variety across the near hour long run time do cause it to drag a little. Favourite Tracks: - Northern Attitude - Stick Season - Come Over - Home…

I prefer this to their first album, but I still feel like I'm missing something with Interpol. Maybe you had to be there. Nothing really grabs my attention or makes me feel anything. Favourite Tracks: - Evil - C'mere

Has that classic Griselda sound that I enjoy, but I feel Gunn himself gets a bit overshadowed by his features her. Still and above average album, but not as instantly grabbing as other works. Favourite Tracks: - George Bondo - 327 - $500 Ounces

A hit and miss release from Rocky. For every good song, there's a forgettable song following not long after. Still worth a dive if you are a fan of Rocky, as the highs are pretty good. Just lacks consistency and coherence. Favourite Tracks: - Asap Forever - Fukk Sleep - Praise The Lord - Gunz N But…

A chaotic, sometimes confusing offer that lands to varying degrees of success. Not everything here works, I even found parts of it a bit grating, but there is some bangers throughout. I appreciate them trying new things, but I still much prefer their earlier works. Favourite Tracks: - Kool Aid - Li…

An interesting listen. A bit of a genre mash up, with lyrics describing life within council housing estates. It works for the most part, though it is a little dated sounding at this point. I imagine resonates a bit more for others more than it did me. Favourite Tracks: - Ill Manors - I Am The Narra…

A little disappointed in this one. Tom's talent behind the instruments shines, and his voice sounds smooth as ever. The song writing just doesn't grip me however, which is a shame considering there's some obviously personal introspective lyrics here. It all just feels a little flat. Favourite Trac…

The music is a good enough vibe while it's on, with nice trap beats and Cench's usual laid back flow. He's still not bringing a lot of variety to things though. That works fine on a shorter album like this, but doesn't really have me itching for a full length LP. Favourite Tracks: - Iceman Freestyl…

It's a long, moody, serious peice that didn't always hold my attention very well. Well crafted no doubt, but not an album I will return to all that much. Favourite Tracks: - Disillusioned - The Doomed - Talk Talk

Was after something a bit mellow this morning so put this one on. Not a bad album, works well enough as a backdrop while working. Nothing too standout and it's a bit long, but it all flows along rather well. Favorite Tracks: - Overtime - Summertime's Close - Ticking - El Dorado - Smaller Acts - Okl…

An album of two halves. Starts where Damaged left off, and decends into long, Sabatthy, doom metal tunes. It kinda works, but I prefer the focus of their previous album. Still, I appreciate the swing rather than sticking to one formula. Favourite Tracks: - My Way - Beat My Head Against the Wall - N…

I feel this is probably an album that works better in the context of the early 2000s. For me, in 2026 there isn't much for me outside of the singles that I already know. Nothing necessarily bad, just uninteresting and forgetful. Favourite Tracks: - Nice To Know You - Wish You Were Here - Warning -…

Harry pulls inspiration from an exciting combination of genres and scenes and at times it is fun, but a lot of it falls pretty flat for me. He really only touches the surfaces of these influences, as this album really calls for stronger, punchier production. As it is, we have a pleasant enough liste…

30 Albums Before Electric Avenue 2026 - Reviewing the albums of artists on the line up. (29/30) A solid New Wave, Alternative album here from Split Enz. They have a unique sound for sure, which is probably why they're still looked back on fondly today. It's not entirely my flavour, but enjoyable e…

An interesting album for sure. I enjoy the melancholy tone and the storytelling in a few of these songs. I'm just not sure it's anything I will ever come back to. Favourite Tracks: - The Turning of our Bones - Compersion Pt 1 - Here Comes Comus! - Fable if the Urban Fox

30 Albums Before Electric Avenue 2026 - Reviewing the albums of artists on the line up. (23/30) A little over-stuffed, but this genre-bending albums has enough bops and character to carry it through. I feel the potential is there with Obongjayar, that has yet to be fully realized. Favourite Track…

A decent metalcore offering here, owing itself more to the 2000s brand of metalcore with similarities to Parkway Drive and Underoath. Will be a band to look out for, hopefully they can carve out a bit more of a signature sound on their next full length album. Favourite Tracks: - A Pure Expression -…

Not my favourite from the boys. Starts off quite strong, but gets a little forgetful down the stretch. There is still plenty to like though, with Straits blending Rock n roll, Country, and blues super well. Favourite Tracks: - Tunnel Of Love - Romeo and Juliet - Sketaway - Expresso Love

30 Albums Before Electric Avenue 2026 - Reviewing the albums of artists on the line up. (15/30) It's not their best album, they would go on to release better stuff. But it's still decent, with a few bops on here. Much of it just falls a bit flat though, with the combination of DnB and rock feeling…

Saw these guys open for Viagra Boys last week and thought they were pretty good, so gave them a go. Some of the tracks struggled to stand out a bit here, but generally this is pretty decent. A pretty standard punk/post-punk effort with the occasional glimpse of further potential. Will be keeping an…

30 Albums Before Electric Avenue 2026 - Reviewing the albums of artists on the line up. (12/30) A vibey indie disco album here. It pretty, cruisy, and pleasant to listen too. Some tracks are a bit unseasoned and struggle to stand out but as a whole I enjoyed this. Favourite Tracks: - Missing You…

30 Albums Before Electric Avenue 2026 - Reviewing the albums of artists on the line up. (10/30) Pretty good new wave album here. Not entirely my flavour but there is some good tunes scattered through here, and there is a nice eccentric sound throughout. Favourite Tracks: - Shark Attack - I Got Y…

30 Albums Before Electric Avenue 2026 - Reviewing the albums of artists on the line up. (8/30) Not as high on this one as I was with their following album. At times feels a little derivative of other artists of the era, and lacks the character of their second album. Still there is some bops on her…