SINGLE REVIEW
SONG OF THE WEEK: Edge Of Saturday Night by The Blessed Madonna & Kylie Minogue
WORTH A LOOK?: *****
The vibe is 90s Brothers In Rhythm uptempo house served with some block-rockin’ beats courtesy of The Blessed Madonna and Kylie is having an absolute ball explaining were it necessary: ‘Monday doesn’t matter at all’.
- Read on for reasons including why we’re absolutely here for this messier, brattier Kylie
SONG OF THE MONTH: The Feeling by Kygo & Sigrid (August 2024)
WORTH A LOOK?: ****1/2
Welcome to the debut collaboration of 2 of Norway’s biggest pop exports and it’s a dancefloor banger in keeping with Kygo’s previous work but a step away from what you might expect from Sigrid.
- Read on for reasons including how now is a really interesting time for Sigrid fans as we await indications of what her eagerly-awaited 3rd album might sound like
SONG OF THE WEEK: My Oh My by Kylie Minogue, Bebe Rexha & Tove Lo (week beginning Wednesday 24 July 2024)
WORTH A LOOK?: ****
‘When you asked: ‘What’s your name, what’s your sign?’ ‘I’m Kylie, it’s Gemini.’ ‘What’s your drink, let me buy.’ ‘You had me when you said: ‘Hi!’ ‘Hi!’
- Read on for reasons including how we can see this becoming a UK summer hit
SONG OF THE MONTH: Soak Up The Culture/Shopping by Welly (July 2024)
WORTH A LOOK?: ****
Released in May but feeling more apt now summer holidays are on the horizon, your next favourite band delight once more with lyrics including: ”Je voudrais good time!’ ‘D’ya know the way to Berghain?’ ‘My name’s Holly, I’m from Crawley, and I’m looking for the good wine!”
- Read on for reasons including where to see your new favourite band next
SONG OF THE MONTH: A New Bohemia by Pet Shop Boys (June 2024)
SONG OF THE MONTH: Unforgettable by Marcus & Martinus (May 2024)
WORTH A LOOK?: ****1/2
Can this song live up to its title?
- Read on for reasons including how to see the boys on a tour including London
SONG OF THE MONTH: Dancing Star by Pet Shop Boys (April 2024)
WORTH A LOOK?: ****1/2
Archive footage of ballet dancer Rudolf Nureyev features in the video for this song about a rule breaker seeking freedom from oppression and it reminds us why Pet Shop Boy Neil Tennant is pop’s finest lyricist.
- Read on for reasons including why Pet Shop Boys are our favourite act
SONG OF THE WEEK: His Car by Matt Terry (week beginning Saturday 30 March 2024)
WORTH A LOOK?: ****
2016 X Factor winner Terry came out as gay this month and released this single which includes the hook: ‘I used to kiss him in the back of His Car, hiding from the world who we are, I’m sorry for every single lie.’
- Read on for reasons including how this is a leap forwards in honesty and we hope it’s rewarded
SONG OF THE WEEK: Europapa by Joost (week beginning Thursday 7 March 2024)
WORTH A LOOK?: ****
We’re holidaying in Barcelona and leaning into the flood of Eurovision songs just released and this Netherlands entry stands out on 1st listen for its riffing on 90s Dutch superstars 2 Unlimited and their best known charttopper No Limits.
- Read on for reasons including how this may be a comedy entry but will finish top 10
