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From the Record Crate: Blur – “Modern Life is Rubbish” (1993)

Once upon a time, Blur frontman Damon Albarn spotted graffiti that read “modern life is rubbish” on a London street. In 1993, he used the phrase as the title of Blur’s sophomore album, which marked a dramatic transition for the…

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Blur prepare “New World Towers” documentary

It’s been a banner 2015 for Britpop icons Blur. Their first new album since 2003, The Magic Whip, has been critically acclaimed and there’s much anticipation for their performance at Madison Square Garden on Friday (the show’s opener, Courtney Barnett, is…

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Album Review: Blur – “The Magic Whip”

When Blur reunited in 2009, there was much speculation on whether the group would release a new album. There were a couple stand-alone singles, rumors the band was recording with William Orbit, and a news report that a recording session…

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Blur release new single, ‘Lonesome Street’

Just a few weeks ago, TYF’s writer Ryan told us some very exciting news: English alternative rock band Blur is releasing a new album this year! If you’ve been a fan of the band from their very beginnings like I…

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From the Record Crate: Blur – “Parklife” (1994)

A cultural touchstone of the mid ’90s Britpop movement, Blur’s third album Parklife defined their career and is considered to be their magnum opus. The band became superstars with the album, and maintained a level of critical acclaim with their…

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Top 5 Best New Music Releases for April 2014

[tps_header]Top 5 Best New Music Releases For April 2014.[/tps_header] April 2014 is not officially over yet but that doesn’t stop us from listing the best new music releases of the month, which was packed with good music and a few surprises. Here…