Music Features

Quick Takes (October 2016)

In our ongoing Quick Takes feature, writers Juan Edgardo Rodríguez and Carl Purvis once again revisit a handful of albums that caught their attention during the past month. Featuring albums from Green Day, Solange, Kate Tempest, TOY and many, many more.

Local Natives (Interview)

Taylor and Matt from Local Natives take time out to discuss a range of topics that include how to stay healthy on tour, favourite festivals and The Cardigans.

Peter Ames Carlin Interview - Paul Simon biography

Hope you enjoy my in depth interview with the author of a wonderful new biography on legendary artist, Paul Simon.

Emily Jane White (Interview)

Towards the end of Emily Jane White's U.S. tour, No Ripcord sat down with the artist to discuss her latest album, recording in the echo chamber and how her latest batch of songs reflect trauma both personal and national. 

Quick Takes (September 2016)

In our monthly Quick Takes feature, where we revisit a handful of notable albums we missed during the last month, Carl and Juan share their thoughts on new efforts by Cymbals Eat Guitars, Okkervil River, Slaves, Emma Ruth Rundle, and many, many more.

Quick Takes (August 2016)

In our monthly Quick Takes feature, where we revisit a handful of notable albums we missed during the last month, Carl and Juan share their thoughts on new efforts by Wild Beasts, Cass McCombs, De La Soul, Crystal Castles, and many, many more.

Leiber and Stoller: Blues Alchemists

Songwriters Jerry Lieber and Mike Stoller bonded over their love for the blues, both responding to its vitality and emotional directness. Without it, it is unlikely that this odd couple would ever have worked together.

Lisa Mitchell (Interview)

Ahead of the release of her third studio album Warriors later this year, Australian Idol finalist Lisa Mitchell talks to Craig Stevens about working with legendary producer Eric J Dubowsky, touring Cornwall in winter and future possible music collaborations.

Quick Takes (July 2016)

In our ongoing Quick Takes feature, writers Juan Edgardo Rodríguez and Carl Purvis once again revisit a handful of albums that caught their attention during the past month.

Joseph (Interview)

In between UK tour dates, the siblings Joseph took time out to answer a few questions for No Ripcord, talking topics including influences, touring in Europe and their new-found love for Christine and the Queens.

Photo credit - Ebru Yildiz