|Band of THE WEEK|

Dirty Blonde

This week's Band of the Week is Manchester duo Dirty Blonde - who has just release their new EP 'Looking for Trouble'.

In their new EP, Dirty Blonde prove that authenticity is their signature sound. Tracks like ‘Adore Me?’ and ‘Polly’ carry a sly charm, serving as the “nicer cousins” to the fierce anthems ‘Checkmate’ and ‘Rush’, while previous single ‘Northern Twang’ stands as the powerful matriarch anchoring it all. Writing the EP was more than just a creative process; it was cathartic, offering a rare moment of reflection. Dirty Blonde reminds us that women in rock aren’t just part of the scene, they’re redefining it.

They took a moment to talk to us about how the EP came together.

Reviews

WTHB

Apr 24, 2025

Amy Macdonald - ‘Is This What You’ve Been Waiting For?’

Apr 24, 2025

Apr 16, 2025

caroline - 'Tell me I never knew that’

Apr 16, 2025

Apr 10, 2025

georgia, georgia - 'obvioius'

Apr 10, 2025

Saint Wilson - 'Singapore, MI'

Apr 10, 2025

All Single Reviews

WTHB

Apr 24, 2025

Album Review: Self Esteem - 'A Complicated Woman'

Apr 24, 2025

Self Esteem is a force to be reckoned with and once again proves why she is one of the best in game, with what could be her best album yet, A Complicated Woman.

Apr 24, 2025

EP Review: MOULD - 'Almost Feels Like Purpose'

Apr 24, 2025

MOULD are spreading their spores further and deeper into the post-punk scene with the release of their second EP, Almost Feels Like Purpose.

Apr 24, 2025

EP Review: SOAPBOX - ‘LOCK IN’

Apr 24, 2025

Sometimes, a band arrives seemingly out of nowhere, propelled by an unignorable sonic blast, ruffling feathers with outspoken political views and a righteous refusal to back down. SOAPBOX are one such band, and they just released their EP ‘LOCK IN’.

Apr 24, 2025

Apr 23, 2025

Album Review: Samia - 'Bloodless'

Apr 23, 2025

Complex, richly layered and with visceral detail, Samia’s ‘Bloodless’ seeks to differentiate between the girl she used to be and the woman she wants to become.

Apr 23, 2025

Album Review: HIMALAYAS - 'BAD STAR'

Apr 23, 2025

Cardiff rock band HIMALAYAS have announced their upcoming release of new album, ‘BAD STAR’ - it’s an impressive explosion of sound, and not one to miss.

Apr 23, 2025

Album Review: Cloth - 'Pink Silence'

Apr 23, 2025

Going three-for-three, ‘Pink Silence’ firmly cements Cloth as one of Glasgow’s bands to watch.

Apr 23, 2025

Apr 17, 2025

Album Review: The Pale White - 'The Big Sad'

Apr 17, 2025

The Pale White step up with a new album of hard hitting rock and heartfelt ballads.

Apr 17, 2025

Album Review: Mayday Parade - 'Sweet'

Apr 17, 2025

Reaching 20 years as a band is a feat to celebrate, even more so now than ever.

Apr 17, 2025

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|Lucy Dacus|

‘Forever Is A Feeling’: love in its most enduring form.

FEATURES

WTHB

Apr 21, 2025

Band Of The Week #297 - Dirty Blonde

Apr 21, 2025

This week's Band of the Week is Manchester duo Dirty Blonde - who has just release their new EP 'Looking for Trouble'.

Apr 21, 2025

Apr 16, 2025

The Great Escape 2025: 5 Must-See Sets

Apr 16, 2025

Brighton’s annual exposure extravaganza is just around the corner, and with so much talent on offer, it can be hard to decide which artists to prioritise.

Apr 16, 2025

Apr 15, 2025

In Conversation With #202 - Kills Birds

Apr 15, 2025

Los Angeles based band Kills Birds have just released the new EP 'Crave' via Lucky Number, home to the likes of Dream Wife and Hinds. A solid release from the band - which sees comparisons to Deftones and Sleigh Bells while still offering something fresh and exciting to the genre.

Apr 15, 2025

Apr 14, 2025

Artist of the Week #296 - Bellzzz

Apr 14, 2025

This week's Artist of the Week is alt-pop artist Bellzzz - who invites you down her rabbit hole as she takes you on an Alice in Wonderland adventure with the release of her debut EP 'Dear Elizabeth’.

Apr 14, 2025

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|Orla Gartland|

Orla Gartland, everybody’s hero, shone like a diamond

Live

WTHB

Live Review: The Warning - O2 Brixton Academy, London 17/04/2025

La Academia de Brixton fue incendiada! Mexican hard rock trio The Warning pulled together an incredible live performance that singed the eyebrows off their fans.

Live Review: Lambrini Girls - Electric Brixton, London 17/04/2025

Political rioters, Lambrini Girls, fuelled a night of mayhem at Electric Brixton on Thursday night.

Live Review: Sofy - Scala, London 09/04/2025

Sofy is a rising star. Leicester-raised, London born, she has capitalised on the wave of Britpop to deliver one of the most fun concert experiences of the year, raw and emotionally honest, lighting up Scala with her signature sound.

Live Review: Peach Pit - O2 Brixton Academy, London 11/04/2025

Canada’s indie dream band Peach Pit leave Brixton Academy absolutely glowing with their feel-good energy on Friday evening.

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|RELEASE OF THE WEEK|

DJO

Actor-slash-artist Joe Keery of musical identity Djo releases The Crux, an album rooted in allusions to old-school music with a heavy dose of his intelligent self-reflection and takes on modern society that leave long-lasting impressions.

|Julien Baker + TORRES|

Almost ten years in the making, the debut album from supergroup duo Julien Baker and Torres is finally here!

|Hotgirl|

**Still breaking through the barriers and establishing their name, Dublin outfit Hotgirl are ready to take to the skies and far beyond with their appropriately titled EP Blast Off.**

News

WTHB

Apr 5, 2025

Festival News: 2000trees add final 35 bands

Apr 5, 2025

2000trees add final 35 bands

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Feb 26, 2025

Festival News: Truck Festival Unveil Their Second Wave Of Acts

Feb 26, 2025

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Feb 26, 2025

Feb 12, 2025

Festival News: Southbank Centre has announced Little Simz as the curator of the 30th edition of its iconic contemporary music festival, Meltdown.

Feb 12, 2025

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Feb 12, 2025

Feb 9, 2025

Festival News: 2000trees Festival can announce over 45 new bands

Feb 9, 2025

2000trees Festival can announce over 45 new bands

Feb 9, 2025

Jan 30, 2025

Festival News: Parklife 2025 has announced 50 Cent as their second headliner

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Parklife 2025 has announced 50 Cent as their second headliner

Jan 30, 2025

Dec 6, 2024

Festival News: Reading & Leeds have announced their 2025 line-up with Chappell Roan, Travis Scott and Bring Me The Horizon topping the bill.

Dec 6, 2024

Reading & Leeds have announced their 2025 line-up with Chappell Roan, Travis Scott and Bring Me The Horizon topping the bill.

Dec 6, 2024

Nov 26, 2024

Festival News: Y Not Festival reveal their headliners for 2025

Nov 26, 2024

Y Not Festival reveal their headliners for 2025

Nov 26, 2024

Festival News: Truck Festival returns in 2025 with a stacked weekend experience

Nov 26, 2024

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Nov 26, 2024

Festival News: Parklife announces Charli XCX as their first headliner

Nov 26, 2024

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Nov 26, 2024

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Nov 26, 2024

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Nov 13, 2024

Festival News: Download 2025 is on its way. Three brand new headliners, over 90 announced bands

Nov 13, 2024

Download 2025 is on its way. Three brand new headliners, over 90 announced bands

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Nov 12, 2024

London's Roundhouse announces brand new festival Roundhouse Three Sixty

Nov 12, 2024

London’s legendary Roundhouse is thrilled to announce the launch of Roundhouse Three Sixty, a bold and visionary new festival set within the iconic walls of Camden’s Roundhouse during April 2025.

Nov 12, 2024

Festival News: RAYE to headline All Points East 2025

Nov 12, 2024

RAYE will make her big return to All Points East.

Nov 12, 2024

Oct 26, 2024

Festival News: 2000trees have just dropped their biggest line-up announcement ever

Oct 26, 2024

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Oct 26, 2024

Sep 7, 2024

Festival News: Slam Dunk Festival - mark your calendars and learn your words, the countdown to May has started

Sep 7, 2024

2024’s UK festival season has only just been laid to rest — albeit with a few hanger-ons up and down the country still clinging resolutely to life — but time, and live music, waits for no man: Slam Dunk 2025 is here.

Sep 7, 2024

Sep 4, 2024

Left of the Dial returns to Rotterdam in October

Sep 4, 2024

Rotterdam’s international showcase festival Left of the Dial returns to the city’s iconic venues from the 17th until the 19th of October. Organised by Rotown Rotterdam, the festival brings a range of international alternative musical talents to the city!

Sep 4, 2024

Jul 22, 2024

NEW FAVOURITE DAYS: Your New Favourite Festival this Autumn...

Jul 22, 2024

Joining a multitude of other multi-venue festivals up and down the country, including the likes of Dot to Dot and Live at Leeds in the City, Liverpool is the next city to get its shake-up.

Jul 22, 2024