Reviews
Andy Shauf Norm
On his latest concept album, the Canadian singer-songwriter writes music of unquestionable beauty, so transfixing that it makes you question if its menacing subtext is actually present. It already feels like an instant classic.
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Complete Mountain Almanac Complete Mountain Almanac
Complete Mountain Almanac is an ambitious project with quite a backstory.
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Italia 90 Living Human Treasure
Britain is falling apart and the London post-punks simply offer an unfiltered snapshot of the country in its (barely) managed decline.
David Coleman reviews…
The Circulators S/T
The San Francisco punk quartet prioritises pleasure on this taut debut.
David Coleman reviews…Features
The 50 Best Albums of 2022
It's time to reveal our top albums of the year. A longstanding tradition since 2002, our full list consists of 50 albums selected by the entire No Ripcord staff.
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Quarantine the Past: Best of 2022
UPDATED 11TH JANUARY with PART THREE featuring the No Ripcord team discussing our Top 50.
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Andy Shauf Norm
Quick Takes
Nighttime Keeper is the Heart
Nighttime's third album is a love letter to English folk music.
Fucked Up One Day
Recorded in one day, the Canadian hardcore punks' sixth LP delivers one unforced, shout-out anthem after another with great vitality.