By Thomas Anderson

Released January 18th, 2013 - Warner Music

In an era where Green Day posters adorn the bedroom walls of 11 year old girls, True North stands as an affirmation of the fierce, intellectually charged punk rock of the old days.

As soon as the opening title track starts, fans should breathe a sigh of relief. Bad Religion have refused to dumb themselves down, honing their formula o…

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By Mike O'Connor

Released February 1st, 2013 - Warner Music UK

Since forming in 2003, Scottish five-piece band Frightened Rabbit have worked hard to establish themselves as a credible bunch of alt-folk rockers.

Despite growing a dedicated fan base in a genre that has exploded in popularity thanks to bands such as Mumford and Sons, Frightened Rabbit have always existed on the periphery; tipped f…

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By Gabriel Marsden

Released January 18th, 2013 - EMI

José James' fourth album and debut release on Blue Note Records. Conceived, recorded and produced independently, 'No Beginning No End' "sums up how I feel about music right now," says James. His third album 'For All We Know' became the winner of both the Edison Award and L'Académie du Jazz Grand Prix for best Vocal Jazz Album of 2010.

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By Clare McCabe

Released February 8th - Shock Records

If you like your punk rock heavy - this album is for you.

After releasing two successful mariachi albums (and touring) under the alter ego Mariachi El Bronx - LA-based The Bronx have gone back to their hardcore/punk roots on their latest album, their first in five years - and what a result.

Loving this album right now, straight from the fir…

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By Jennifer Quinlin

Released Feburary 1st, 2013 - Warner Music

'Opposites', the latest offering from Scottish alternative-rock trio Biffy Clyro, is the band's sixth studio album, following on from the success of 'Only Revolutions' in 2009. The band comprises lead-singer/guitarist, Simon Neil, and twin brothers James (bass) and Ben Johnston (drums).

The deluxe version is a double-album, with a g…

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