Joyful Irish traditional music and politically charged folk feature in our LP picks of the year

A Mercury prize winner, a host of fresh collaborations and a posthumous release of a much-lauded live performance are all among the year’s standouts

In support of one of the year's best albums,  Imaginal Disk.

A playlist of 103 songs from our three critics’ lists to experience however you wish.

From Oi to scenecore, here are the best records 2024 had to offer the world of core. Continue reading…

Nick Cave rediscovers his lust for life, Ariana Grande embraces new love, and Kneecap raise a Republican ruckus, as we continue the countdown of the...

Fontaines DC top the 2024 Ticket critics’ choice lists, with Kneecap hot on their heels, but right across Irish music the profusion of excellence...

After dominating culture this summer, Brat tops a "poll of polls" to be named the year's best record.

After dominating culture this summer, Brat tops a "poll of polls" to be named the year's best record.

K-pop in 2024 was nothing short of remarkable. This year, the industry broke records, defied expectations, and delivered moments that fans will...