ARTIST OF THE MONTH

Graham Reynolds returns to the world of ‘The Portcullis’ with a brand-new LP of music for ‘The Portcullis (Expansion Pack)’

Following the original album’s release in May 2026, the Expansion Pack ventures deeper into a medieval world of knights and merchants, almoners and thieves. Percussive medieval textures, fretted guitars, brass fanfares, atmospheric strings and piano reshape dungeon synth into something vividly Reynolds’ own: an imagined soundtrack steeped in folklore, fantasy and adventure

The Lemonheads reveal ‘Rake’, a Townes Van Zandt cover

Out 9th September, new single ‘Rake’, is the haunting first single from their forthcoming release Townesville that coincides with their upcoming UK and European ‘Love Chant’ tour. A tribute to the immortal songwriting of Townes Van Zandt, the project serves as a natural extension of Evan Dando’s lifelong trajectory as a song collector, wanderer, and authentic American troubadour

Vanishing Twin reveal new single ‘Oral Tradition’ from their upcoming album ‘Archives’

Closing track from the new album, ‘Oral Tradition’ showcases the band’s singular approach to collective music-making on the new release. It sees the trio blending electronic textures, shifting rhythms and surreal imagery with their signature soundscapes.

Fire celebrates 40 years of fierce independence !

Fire Records recently celebrated its 40th anniversary in style with a full day of music at a sold out event at the EartH theatre in Hackney, presented by the celebrated comedian and long time friend of the label Stewart Lee who called Fire "One of the last great Indie Labels".