Guardian Music — For all their intelligence, Little Boots and La Roux look and sound like polished pop stars. And they are not forging openings for stranger, more interesting electronic musicFor fans of electronic music, this should be a triumphant moment. Eight year... more info

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Instrumental Analysis — Holy Fuck By James MejiaAs the weekend winds to a close, the BBQ scene heats up and the shows start to wind down. However, there are still a few things to see before we have to return to work on Tuesday.Between Sunday and Monday, The National play t... more info

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XFM.co.uk — Another award ceremony, another brace of awards for Guy Garvey and co. Coldplay, The Ting Tings and Jonny Greenwood also nick a gong. more info

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