The Big Indie Playlist: The best new music of the week Another great week for new music… Ben Forrest May 31, 2026
The singer Paul Weller barely believed was human: “Where the fuck did that come from?” An otherworldly talent… Ben Forrest May 31, 2026
‘Gloryland’: the forgotten 1994 World Cup anthem written by Daryl Hall A forgettable effort… Ben Forrest May 30, 2026
The 1979 punk anthem that Buddy Holly’s guitarist invented A legendary track… Ben Forrest May 30, 2026
Pillars of Influence: Five essentials that inspire Troutflies From classic films to Instagram artists… Ben Forrest May 30, 2026
“Only we could play it”: the 1987 song that uniquely defines The Smiths An incredible track. Ben Forrest May 30, 2026
‘Be My Guest’: How a 1959 New Orleans R&B anthem inspired the birth of ska music A life-changing track… Ben Forrest May 29, 2026
Liquidator: The Jamaican ska instrumental with a rich history in English football A timeless classic… Ben Forrest May 29, 2026
“It is demanding”: The 1991 Rush song Neil Peart was most satisfied with “It’s deceptively simple.” Ben Forrest May 29, 2026