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Review: Already the winner of a Brit Award (Adele was voted the 'Critics Choice' - the most exciting new British artist expected to 'make it big' in 2008),
'19' is Adele's debut album. Citing influences as diverse as Etta James, Jill Scott, Bjork, Dusty Springfield, Billy Bragg, Billie Holiday, Jeff Buckley,
The Cure and Peggy Lee, Adele also recently completed her first solo UK tour, having toured previously with the likes of Jack Penate, Jamie T,
Raul Midon, Amos Lee and Devendra Banhart. '19' contains both her debut track 'Hometown Glory' and her smash single 'Chasing Pavements'.
Blues tinged and melancholic, Adele describes 'Chasing Pavements' as 'It's me being hopeful for a relationship that's very much over. The sort
of relationship you hate when you're in it, but miss when you're not'. A hymn to lost love and regret, 'Chasing Pavements' follows Adele's first
limited edition single 'Hometown Glory', which introduced her to the world to much critical acclaim, with NME calling it 'totally, absolutely beautiful',
Q Magazine calling her 'The voice of next year' and The Sunday Times saying 'A Star Is Born'

Review: The Veronicas' latest album, Gothic Summer, is a nostalgic journey that encapsulates the essence of their early 2000s success while infusing it with a modern twist. Produced by John Feldman and featuring collaborations with industry heavyweights like Travis Barker and Kerser, the album delivers a punchy mix of pop-punk, hyper-pop, and surf-rock elements. Tracks like 'Perfect' and 'Detox' exude energy reminiscent of Avril Lavigne and Operator Please, while 'Invisible' and 'Ribcage' showcase the duo's emotive vocals and songwriting depth. The album's anthemic closer, 'Jungle,' pays homage to psychedelic music of the past while offering a fresh take on the genre. With its blend of nostalgia and innovation, Gothic Summer solidifies The Veronicas' position as pop starlights while offering a compelling listening experience for both longtime fans and newcomers alike.