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Kyla La Grange ? Ashes (Ioki/Sony)

While other singers appear to hide behind ?big? production, Kyla as a songwriter is an alluring prospect

Viva Brother ? Famous First Words (Geffen)

Britpop belongs in the past and on the evidence of this misguided rehash, that?s where it belongs.

The History of Apple Pie ? You?re so Cool (Roundtable)

It?s a catchy love song that could soundtrack any future teen comedy but which also wears it?s lo fi credibility proudly on its sleeve.

Gang Gang Dance ? Eye Contact (4AD)

It?s almost like taking a rocket trip around world music, but Gang Gang Dance inject enough musical ambition to make this journey sound edgy

ANR ? Stay Kids (Something In Construction)

A number of the tracks on this album are short sharp bursts of energy with enough ideas within them to make them sound like mini epics

Jamie Woon ? Mirrorwriting (Polydor/Candent)

What makes Jamie Woon stand out from the competition, bar his captivating soulful vocals, is the human touch that he brings to proceedings.

Chapel Club ? Palace (Loog/Polydor) 31/01/2011

It seems like Chapel Club are undeniably talented and adept at creating interesting tapestries of sound, yet they just fall short of greatness

A Christmas Gift For You From Moshi Moshi – Various

It turns out to be a great gamble all round as not only does this album standout as a record to soundtrack your Christmas festivities but you also get to hear from some new talent in the process.

Quenched Unsigned ? No Right to Be Here ? FAC251, Manchester 4/12/2010

Its unusual to have epic indie, electro blues and 60s influenced melodic indie on the same bill, but that?s just what?s to come tonight

Delphic @ The Warehouse Project, Manchester 30/10/2010

A blistering homecoming set from Delphic and another notch on their rise to stardom.