Goldhawks
Where in the World
Experienced-sounding debut vinyl only single from young London band Goldhawks, who have drawn comparisons with the Ryan Adams, Bruce Springsteen, Echo and the Bunnymen and the Cure.
Primal Scream
Beautiful Future
Poppy-sounding, excellent ninth album from the ever durable and versatile Primal Scream
Various
Anthems from the Phantom
Eclectic new fourteen song compilation from Sheffield-based label Phantom Power Records which includes tracks from the Repomen, Screaming Mimi and Deltasound, and has something for all tastes
Primal Scream
Riot City Blues
Excellent country-blues influenced eighth album from Primal Scream, back after a four year break from recording
Robin Guthrie
Continental
Excellent second solo instrumental album from one-time Cocteau Twins guitarist, Robin Guthrie
Primal Scream
Country Girl
First single from their new 'Riot City Blues' album for Primal Scream, which is accompanied by a controversial video
New Order
Singles
Definitive double CD and compilation comprising together all of New Order's many singles, released to coincide with the influential Manchester band's 25th anniversary
Dandy Warhols
Odditorium Or Warlords Of Mars
Disappointingly over-experimental and self-indulgent fifth album from the usually far more reliable Dandy Warhols
Bikini Atoll
Liar's Exit
Compelling second album from London-based art rockers and Pennyblackmusic Bands Night stars Bikini Atoll, which was recorded in Chicago with Steve Albini
Harper Lee
All Things Can Be Mended
Slightly predictable but otherwise thoroughly convincing melancholic indiepop on third album from Brighton-based duo Harper Lee
Tanya Donelly
Whisky Tango Ghosts
Affirmative third solo album from former Breeders and Throwing Muses star, Tanya Donelly
Agent Blue
Sex, Drugs And Rocks Through Your Window
Fiery, but ultimately rather predictable punk rock from latest Fierce Panda signing, Agent Blue
Charles Atlas
To The Dust From Man You Came And To Man You Shall
Engimatic fifth album from San Francisco post-rockers and avant-garde instrumentalists, Charles Atlas
Violet Indiana
Russian Doll
Dreamy ,long-overdue second album from Violet Indiana, the latest band of former Cocteau Twin Robin Guthrie, which proves to have been definitely worth waiting for
Nectarine No 9
I Love Total Destruction
Unpredictable and unique fifth album from the long-serving Scottish group Nectarine No 9, which is fronted by Davy Henderson, the former singer with the Fire Engines and Win
Air Formation / Tempertwig
Split
Limited to 300 copies 7" split single which features both post rockers Air Formation and indie rockers Tempertwig
Moly
It Rained, But We Cheered
Third release from Guildford post-rock group and recent Pennyblackmusic Bands night stars, which proves to be their finest recording to date
Applecraft
The Happiest Man Alive
"Unpredictable" and experimental second album from Lupine Howl offshoot project, Applecraft, which takes in elements of both punk and psychedelia
Detroit City Council
Party Planet Rising
Promising funky guitar rock on debut single from new Michigan-based project, which includes an unusual cover version of the Electric Six's 'Gay Bar'
La Motta
Love California
Lively new EP from California trio La Motta, which features Sean Friesen, the former frontman with the Asexuals
Explosions In The Sky
The Earth Is Not A Cold Dead Place
Inspiring and provocative post rock from Texan band, Explosions in the Sky, who have just signed to the Bella Union label
Rothko And Blk W / Bear
Wish For A World Without Hurt
"Moving and unforgetttable" post rock from the always excellent Rothko, recorded in reaction to the events of September 11th
Moly
Your Life In In Danger
"Inspirational" and "original sounding" entirely instrumental debut album from British post-rockers, Moly
Various
At Least You Can Die With A Smile On Your Face
Impressive a double compilation, which features songs by all the bands that have appeared on ex-Cocteau Twins Robin Guthrie and Simon Raymonde's Bella Union label, and also a few extras
Lupine Howl
Bar At The End Of The World
Spectacular second album from the much Lupine Howl, which features three ex-members of Spiritualised
Robin Guthrie
Imperial
Splendid solo album consisting entirely of insturmental music from ex-Cocteau Twin Robin Guthrie
Avocadoclub
Too Much Space To Walk Away
Competent, but not very well focused second EP from popular German group, Avacado Club whose first EP was a dance floor smash
Milwaukees
This Is A Stick Up!
Enjoyable, but slightly too predictable latest album from long-term Boss Tuneage signing, back with a new release
Bedford
Spaceships, Sex And Jealousy: The Singles 1995 - 2000
Epic and thoroughly enjoyable singles collection from long-serving Pennyslvania punk band, Bedford
Air Formation
Ends In Light
"Captivating" space rock on debut full length album by Brighton four piece Air Formation
Delgados
Hate
Worthy, if slightly too predictable new single from the Delgados
Girlinky
I Want The Tsunami!
Spectacularly energetic and creative indiepop from London based 4 piece Girlinky on their debut album, 'I Want the Tsunami'
Silver Surfer
If This is Out There....
Long awaited and spirited full length debut album from Portland, Oregon's Silver Surfer, released to coincide with their UK tour in January at which they played a date at the Pennyblackmusic Bands Night
Various
Live The Dream 2nd Fierce Panda Sampler
Eclectic budget-priced compilation from the ever popular Fierce Panda label, which features tracks from such stalwarts as Seafood, Medium 21, the Parkinsons and the Music
Capes
I Write The Wrongs
Eclectic debut EP from promising new South London indie guitar band
Five Hundred And Crave
Uncomfortable
Dark and uncompromising punk rock from highly regarded London band, Five Hundred and Crave
Boys Star Library
Sugar and Water
Infectiously eclectic pop on second album from New York trio, Boys' Star Library
Czars
Val
Laid back and minimalistic new CD single from Colorado alternative rock group, the Czars
Yellow 6
Source: Remix
Enjoyable compilation of remixes of some of long established post rock group, Yellow 6's best known tunes
Parkinsons
Streets Of London Ep
Raw and assertive latest punk single from the ever popular the Parkinsons
Four Square
When Weeks Were Weekends
Debut album from new Canadian punk band Four Square who, despite showing potential, prove to be over repetitive
Primal Scream
Evil Heat
"Original" seventh album, which includes a guest appearance from the Jesus and Mary Chain's Jim Reid, from the diverse and always impressive Primal Scream
Wow and Flutter
Better Today Then
First European release of their fourth album on French label, Alice in Wonder, for dark Portland, Oregon based post rock group, Wow and Flutter
Various
POPvolume #3
One of the best music sites on the web, the French webzine every year puts out its own annual compilation. Like its two predecessors, 'POP Volume 3' stands out from many of its competitors because of " its quality, intelligence of approach and beauty"
The Silver Surfer
The Honestly EP
"Fresh" sounding second album from Portland, Oregon indie-pop group with a chain of influences including the Pixies, the Beach Boys, the Jesus and Mary Chain, Blur and Ride
La Nuit Americaine
When The Music Ends
Powerful limited-to-just 50 copies fourth release on the hinah label from Italian post rock group and Pennyblackmusic favourites La Nuit Americaine
Rothko
Continual Search For Orgins
Evocative and rewarding sixth album and first release on the Too Pure label from London-based band, Rothko, which takes its inspiration from a trip its leader, Mark Beazley, made to Switzerland last year
K Line
Broken Homes
"Quality DIY punk rock" debut from new punk supergroup, K Line
Various
A Room Full Of Tuneful
Compilation album on Manchester based leftfield and instrumental label, which proves, despite many beautiful moments, to be definitely an album for acquired tastes
Various
Unreleased No 1
Impressive collection of never before heard songs from ten of the bands on Deep Elm, "the world's premier emo label"
La Motta
La Motta
Spirited and heated debut album from Californian punk group La Motta, which featuresone timeAsexuals star Sean Friesen on vocals and a special guest appearance from the former Pixies guitarist Joey Santiago
Watershed
Mayfair / Still
Mixed debut offering from already highly acclaimed new Welsh group
Bluebottle Kiss
Ounce Of Your Cruelty
Debut UK release for Australian group, who have drawn comparisions with both the Go-Betweens and Coldplay
Longwave
Endsongs
Debut offering from eclectic New York rockers, Longwave, who have recently toured both the UK and the United States with the Strokes
Scarper
Wild Cat Strike
Enthusiastic new EP from Hull based punk pop act Scarper
Departure Lounge
Too Late To Die Young
Relaxing third album from London-based four piece, signed to ex-Cocteau Twin Robin Guthrie's Bella Union label.
Parkinsons
Long Way To Nowhere
"Wildly emotional" seven track mini album and first CD from already controversial punk rock act the Parkinsons, which has been produced by Ben Lurie and Jim Reid, ex-Jesus and Mary Chain and now of Freeheat.
Freeheat
Retox
Long delayed debut by former Jesus and Mary Chain's frontman Jim Reid's new band
Kevin Tihista
Kevin Tihista's Red Terror
Atmospheric eponymous six track debut album from former Veruca Salt bass player, who was signed to deal after his friends secretly sent a demo tape off to Atlantic Records.
La Nuit Americaine
Blue In The Mist
Splendid "wintry" sounding new offering, limited to just 200 copies, from Italian post-rock group and Pennyblackmusic favourites La Nuit Americaine