In a week so busy that Nick had to start making notes, he and Annie sit down to attempt to discuss some of the most important music stories, like the return of Arctic Monkeys, Victoria Beckham’s somewhat inappropriate chart success, and Robbie Williams beating a record previously held by the Beatles. In other news, Harry Styles fans are freaking out over Aperture – but what do Annie and Nick make of his new sound? And should we be worried about his feet?
Plus, Pitchfork are opening the reviewing floor to the public, Brandi Carlile is obsessed with CMAT, and music industry insiders are declaring the album dead.
Get in touch with Annie and Nick! If you’re over 16, WhatsApp on 07970082700 or email sidetracked@bbc.co.uk
More information on the HELP(2) album here: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cy4qqdy29d2o
New Yorker Article about the changing relevance of the album drop here:
https://www.newyorker.com/culture/infinite-scroll/why-albums-drop-and-movies-launch
HOMEWORK: Watch Geese on SNL and listen to Robbie Williams’ album Brit Pop.
SONGS
James Blake – Death of Love
James Blake – Limit To Your Love
Arctic Monkeys – Opening Night
Harry Styles – Aperture
Victoria Beckham – Not Such An Innocent Girl
Spice Girls – Viva Forever
Cruz Beckham – LICK THE TOAD
Madonna – Nobody Knows Me
ALBUMS
James Blake - CMYK
Various Artists for War Child Records - HELP(2)
Robbie Williams – BRITPOP
Tyler, The Creator – CHROMAKOPIA
Djo -The Crux
Bad Bunny - Debí Tirar Más Fotos
Perfume Genius – Glory
Wet Leg - moisturizer
Rosalía - LUX
FKA twigs – Eusexua
Madonna – American Life