Lyrically Speaking: A Poetic Trip Around Taylor Swift’s the lakes
On her eighth album, composed during the Covid pandemic, Taylor Swift headed for indie folk and 18th century Romanticism with ‘the lakes’, says Serena Barnascone. Continue reading Lyrically Speaking: A Poetic Trip Around Taylor Swift’s the lakes
New Music Monday 23/3/2026
This Monday, Stussy sets the tone with his signature deep house grooves, easing listeners into the week with effortless rhythm. MRCY and Yazmin Lacey bring a rich dose of soul, while Jonah channels laid-back California energy through his distinctive hip-hop flow. Deary leans into atmospheric textures, offering a more introspective moment, before Pedro rounds things off — blending bossa nova rhythms with nostalgic, dreamlike production. … Continue reading New Music Monday 23/3/2026
World Poetry Day: Bankrupt by Brooklyn Bailey, an LDN exclusive
For World Poetry Day LDN contributor Brooklyn Bailey makes his exclusive debut here at LDN with his poem Bankrupt. Continue reading World Poetry Day: Bankrupt by Brooklyn Bailey, an LDN exclusive
LDN Meets: Cowboy Hunters
Words: Fin Harrison For new bands, interviews can be tricky and sometimes grueling. It’s not a format they step into naturally, and often they haven’t got much to say. Their options usually are: Scottish punk two-piece Cowboy Hunters unapologetically opted for option three. When I rock up to Haggerston’s Signature Brew venue, Megan Pollock and Desmond Johnson are sat outside at a wet wooden table, … Continue reading LDN Meets: Cowboy Hunters
New Music Monday 16/3/2026
Start the week with Jordan, Earl Sweatshirt, Ama Lou, Miss Grit and Bel Cobain in Georgia Mwangi’s latest New Music Monday round-ups! Continue reading New Music Monday 16/3/2026
Gig Preview: Capitão Fausto Bring Lisbon Indie to Dingwalls
On March 20, Portuguese indie favourites Capitão Fausto are set to bring their restless, melodic rock to London, arriving with the momentum of a band that has quietly become one of the defining forces in the youth-driven revival of the Portuguese indie scene. Continue reading Gig Preview: Capitão Fausto Bring Lisbon Indie to Dingwalls
New Music Monday 9/3/2026
New Music Monday returns! Our springtime selection kicks off with Tom Misch, Ezra Collective, LedByHer, Larry June and Jill Scott. Let’s get into it… Continue reading New Music Monday 9/3/2026
Playlist: LDN Celebrates International Women’s Day 2026
It’s time to celebrate women from all corners of the world, and all walks and stages of life with International Women’s Day. LDN’s created a little playlist of our favourite sounds right now, from Wolf Alice to Spiritbox to Arlo Parks, a top 5 snapshot of some of the most inspiring acts out there right now. Continue reading Playlist: LDN Celebrates International Women’s Day 2026
From The Slopes To The Sofa: Keep The Spirit Of The Winter Olympics’ Flame Burning With These 5 Books
The party’s over; the 2026 Milano-Cortina Winter Olympics has wrapped. The good news? You don’t have to wait another four years to get back into the drama of it all! Here’s five book recommendations to keep the spirit of the Winter Olympics alive. Continue reading From The Slopes To The Sofa: Keep The Spirit Of The Winter Olympics’ Flame Burning With These 5 Books
Dan Whitlam Brings Strangers (Again) to Rough Trade East in London
On 13th February, Dan Whitlam will play an in-store at Rough Trade East, marking the release of his debut album, Strangers (Again). No gap between announcement and arrival. The songs land, and that night, he sings them a few feet from the racks. Continue reading Dan Whitlam Brings Strangers (Again) to Rough Trade East in London
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