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Longtime Eels fans know that their records generally fall into one of two categories: uptempo, rowdy rock Eels and mellow, contemplative Eels. The title of their 15th studio album, “Eels Time!”, suggests the former, but it's actually closer to the latter. In fact, this album may be their softest sounding in a decade since 2014's handsome, self-deprecating “The Cautionary Tales of Mark Oliver Everett.” Frontman E is kinder to himself this time around, which may not be surprising considering the album was made the same year he underwent life-saving open-heart surgery. As expected, there are musings on death, particularly on…
Since the mid-2010s, Peggy Gou has undoubtedly become one of the biggest names in dance music, fuelled by a string of great EPs and the massive popularity of “Peggy Shoe” at Glastonbury Festival 2017. Since then, the light and lively tracks from these releases, such as “Starry Night”, “It Makes You Forget” and the haunting 2023 “It Goes Like (Nanana)”, have become widely known icons. Now comes the highly anticipated debut album “I Hear You”. The album is undeniably '90s-inspired, with notable homages to the era on the contemplative opener “Your Art”, as well as “Back To One” and “I…
Though he's only 21, Alfie Templeman has already established himself on playlists and festival line-ups, cementing his status as an indie-pop prodigy with early EP cuts like Circles and Happiness in Liquid Form. Even back then, there was an impression that Alfie had something about him that set him apart from his more conventional pop peers, and with his sophomore album, Radiosoul, he expertly proves his credentials. The product of a period of great upheaval and personal growth (moving out and living independently is a big change for anyone, but even more so when you're battling touring burnout, social media…
A bridal hairstyle is an important finishing touch that will enhance your overall look and make you feel confident on your wedding day. What's more, the hairstyle you choose will be featured in your wedding photographs, so it's important to choose wisely. While you'll likely consider the style of your wedding dress, the local climate, the aesthetics of the venue, and your personal preferences when deciding, one of the first steps is to decide who will create your chosen hairstyle. Many brides hire a professional hairstylist to help bring their vision to life, while others decide to take on the…
A band for which politics and activism have always been an integral part of their collective identity (if for no other reason than that they're eyes-opening to the silliness of the world around them), Goat Girl are broadening their horizons even further with their third full-length album. And it's no mean feat to achieve that. Since their sophomore album, 2021's On All Fours, the quartet has become a trio, each of whom has faced significant personal obstacles. As a result, you couldn't blame them for seeking solace in the familiarity of their South London post-punk roots.But instead, Below The Waste…
Just in time for Father's Day, a new poll reveals a heartwarming truth: Dads are still the undisputed champions of home improvement. As if we didn't already know that.Of course, not every dad is a DIY genius, and not everyone has the joy of having a hands-on dad who spoils them with Father's Day gifts in appreciation of their DIY efforts. But those dads who do know how lucky they are. And our families aren't the only ones to benefit: Research shows that kids who have good relationships with their grandparents have fewer behavioral and emotional problems, and we think…
BUCHAREST, Romania (AP) — An explosion at a chain of home improvement stores in northeastern Romania on Friday injured at least 15 people, four of them seriously, authorities said.Emergency services said a mobile intensive care unit was sent to the scene in Botosani, Suceava county. Four of the injured are in a serious condition, two of whom are intubated. Seven remain in hospital and eight have been released from the town's hospital.An emergency helicopter was called and two ambulances and two fire engines were dispatched to the scene to extinguish the blaze. Search and rescue efforts are underway inside the…
It looks like the sun is finally peeking out from behind the clouds and we're hoping for a heatwave soon (wink wink). So who better to have on our latest cover than the kings of summer, Glass Animals! It's no exaggeration to say their story so far has been one hell of a ride. Especially considering the massive success of 2020's “Dreamland,” we're thrilled to have them back on the cover of DIY once again. In celebration of their fourth LP, “I Love You So F***ing Much,” an album that sees them rediscovering what matters most to them. “Everybody's blueprint…
The concert of the century finally comes to the UK tonight and we have just one question: are you ready? Taylor Swift kicks off her UK run in Edinburgh tonight, and fans are pulling out all the stops to ensure their performance is just as captivating for the crowd as the pop star herself.Molly, along with thousands of other Swifties, created her own costumes for the tour.Credit: tiktok/@holyguacamollybMany people took inspiration from her boyfriend's outfit.Credit: tiktok/@biancathebeautynerdIn fact, fans have spent so much time and money trying to get the perfect outfits for the show that DIY and trade retailer Wickes…
“It's very simple – just be more respectful and kind. It's so obvious, even a child knows it.” Despite its broad, global themes, What Happened to the Heart? is also, by Aurora's own estimation, her most personal album. Speaking to these inspiring women led her to dig deep into connections that may have been lost in her own life, and she describes the album as “vulnerable.” Songs like “Some Type of Skin” find the writer desperately trying to erect a shield to protect herself from the hostility of the outside world.She admits that she “had a really hard time” during…