23 October 2017
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First album since 2009 from the London-based alt.rock / noise-rock four piece
7.6
This isn't a return to form, merely a continuation of an already extremely high one. The kings are back Read Review
Iv proves, if proving was needed, that Part Chimp are masters of us all Read Review
After eight years' hiatus, the Chimp awakes. Print edition only
A symphony of noise Read Review
The album’s standout track is "Ro Ro". It’s where things get truly interesting as the guys turn up the distortion and the volume Read Review
A righteous addition to their canon whether a newcomer or long-time devotee Read Review
At times, they sound like Black Sabbath might, if Tony Iommi had ever misplaced his genius for memorable riffs. Far better is when they harness their power more constructively. and fragments of tunes emerge from the sludge. Print edition only
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Part Chimp: IV
And So I Watch You From Afar The Endless Shimmering
ASIWYFA haven’t reinvented the wheel with this album, but it’s a worthy addition to an increasingly accomplished body of work The Skinny
The sense of optimism is infectious, and even with plenty of stiff competition for the title, ‘The Endless Shimmering’ might be the year’s most exhilarating post-rock album DIY
The Endless Shimmering displays ASIWYFA's unrelenting optimism, and demonstrates their mastery of their singular brand of math-grunge All Music
A formidable display of power The Irish Times
Jessie Ware Glasshouse
A mixed-bag reminder that Ware's best songs are the ones that only she can sing Consequence Of Sound
A captivating voice struggles to overcome a surprisingly flat collection The Arts Desk
Mature and classy The 405
She knows her niche inside out DIY
Sam, an acoustic duet with Ed Sheeran about motherhood and meeting Mr Right, is a little saccharine while Stay Awake is as beige as a pasta sandwich Evening Standard
Delicate, soul-baring songs of love The Irish Times
Smooth soul, ramped up when the diva lets loose The Guardian
Kllo Backwater
A fantastic debut album from a duo who have prioritized their sound over chart baiting success PopMatters
Lam (the electronics and production side of Kllo) has kept the spirit of the '90s by filling these songs with space The Line Of Best Fit
A mature, rich effort that's likely to see Kllo continue on their ascent Exclaim
Airy vocals and 2-step beats seem at odds on paper, but at times work impressively for KLLO The Music
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Mount Eerie A Crow Looked at Me