http://www.cdtimes.co.uk Informed Music Reviews, News, Features and Gig Reviews en-us http://www.cdtimes.co.uk/images/cdtimes156.gif http://www.cdtimes.co.uk Sat, 05 Jul 2008 02:40:03 GMT Fri, 04 Jul 2008 19:20:46 GMT http://www.cdtimes.co.uk/content.php?contentid=5089 Review: MGMT, the self-titled "Psychic Pilgrims" of twilight zone pop beamed in from Outer Space (or Brooklyn, USA possibly), get their first transmission "Oracular Spectacular" probed by CD Times. Fri, 04 Jul 2008 12:02:58 GMT http://www.cdtimes.co.uk/content.php?contentid=5088 Review: The Subways laugh in the face of the 'difficult second album' syndrome but has the three years wait been worth it? Thu, 03 Jul 2008 21:56:19 GMT http://www.cdtimes.co.uk/content.php?contentid=5087 Review: Will anyone break into a sweat over these light house grooves? Thu, 03 Jul 2008 14:20:11 GMT http://www.cdtimes.co.uk/content.php?contentid=5086 News: We have five pairs of tickets to give away to Paul Heaton's gig at London Islington Academy on 7th July. To enter just send me an email saying briefly why you should win a ticket and we'll pick our five favourites :) Closing date: 6pm on 5th Ju... Wed, 02 Jul 2008 21:46:20 GMT http://www.cdtimes.co.uk/content.php?contentid=5085 News: From Friday 22nd - Monday 25th over the August Bank Holiday, Beachdown Festival will set up camp on the outskirts of Brighton, sprawling itself across the green, green grass of the South Downs. Confirmed acts include Jose Gonzalez, Fun Loving... Tue, 01 Jul 2008 20:49:27 GMT http://www.cdtimes.co.uk/content.php?contentid=5084 Video: Roots Manuva returns with new album Slime and Reason on September 1st. You can watch an 11 minute 'making of' documentary by clicking the link below. His new single Buff Nuff is out now on Big Dada. Video below. Tue, 01 Jul 2008 19:57:53 GMT http://www.cdtimes.co.uk/content.php?contentid=5083 Review: Definitely not to be confused with Now Dance 2008... Tue, 01 Jul 2008 12:04:05 GMT http://www.cdtimes.co.uk/content.php?contentid=5082 News: We are giving away five signed copies of Gabriella Cilmi's debut album. Tue, 01 Jul 2008 12:02:26 GMT http://www.cdtimes.co.uk/content.php?contentid=5081 Competition: We have five signed copies of Gabriella Cilmi's debut album Lessons to be Learned to give away to lucky CD Times readers courtesy of Island Records. All you have to do is answer the two questions below and you'll be entered into a draw which will tak... Tue, 01 Jul 2008 00:50:00 GMT http://www.cdtimes.co.uk/content.php?contentid=5080 Review: Quirky Hollywood actress teams up with indie producer on this summer's most charming album. Mon, 30 Jun 2008 18:20:00 GMT http://www.cdtimes.co.uk/content.php?contentid=5078 Review: Jenny Lewis's chums The Watson Twins have released their debut album "Fire songs". How do they fare without the Rilo Kiley front woman? Mon, 30 Jun 2008 16:00:00 GMT http://www.cdtimes.co.uk/content.php?contentid=5077 Review: From the mists of the late 70s, another great lost band? Allan Johnstone explores further. Mon, 30 Jun 2008 00:10:00 GMT http://www.cdtimes.co.uk/content.php?contentid=5076 Singles of the Week: They run a tight ship at CD Times: they even make you review the singles on your birthday! Thu, 26 Jun 2008 20:51:00 GMT http://www.cdtimes.co.uk/content.php?contentid=5074 Review: John Donnelly has heard it all before... Mon, 23 Jun 2008 22:02:54 GMT http://www.cdtimes.co.uk/content.php?contentid=5072 News: Ava Leigh releases her debut single Mad About The Boy on July 7th. From the press release: *** The Ava Story, which is only just beginning, is already a triumph of an old Jamaican proverb – Who feels it, knows it. Though she's a devotee... Mon, 23 Jun 2008 14:28:35 GMT http://www.cdtimes.co.uk/content.php?contentid=5070 Review: Colin Polonowski reviews 16-year old, Gabriella Cilmi's outstanding debut.. Mon, 23 Jun 2008 12:10:00 GMT http://www.cdtimes.co.uk/content.php?contentid=5068 Singles of the Week: Post Punkers Gang Of Four battle it out with Glasvegas for single of the week... Sun, 22 Jun 2008 17:20:00 GMT http://www.cdtimes.co.uk/content.php?contentid=5067 Review: "Life Beyond Mars - Bowie Covered' comprises 12 interpretations of the Thin White Duke's songs. Which were Diamonds and which were Dogs? ... Sat, 21 Jun 2008 17:20:00 GMT http://www.cdtimes.co.uk/content.php?contentid=5066 Review: This Paperboy can certainly deliver some old-school soul. For sure. Can you see what I did there? Thu, 19 Jun 2008 21:37:32 GMT http://www.cdtimes.co.uk/content.php?contentid=5065 Review: The German duo take to the decks for the first in a new mix series on the Kitsuné label. John Donnelly reviews. Thu, 19 Jun 2008 11:13:28 GMT http://www.cdtimes.co.uk/content.php?contentid=2029 News: CD Times is looking for new writers. Suitable individuals will have a reasonable knowledge of music and good written English skills. A basic grasp of IT - and the character to stand firm in the face of random death threats - would also be usefu... Tue, 17 Jun 2008 21:34:30 GMT http://www.cdtimes.co.uk/content.php?contentid=5064 Review: Occasionally sparkles, but ultimately disappoints, writes John Donnelly. Mon, 16 Jun 2008 19:29:32 GMT http://www.cdtimes.co.uk/content.php?contentid=5063 Review: Happy Mondays' Paul Ryder features on his new band's featured album. Perhaps he should just stick to the bass? Mon, 16 Jun 2008 16:46:20 GMT http://www.cdtimes.co.uk/content.php?contentid=5062 Singles of the Week: It's a very middle of the road singles round up this week. In fact, it's so middle of the road that any halfway decent music has had to be diverted to another lane. Thu, 12 Jun 2008 20:04:17 GMT http://www.cdtimes.co.uk/content.php?contentid=5060 Review: We review the debut album from the Glaswegian quartet. Bouncy indie guitar rock splashed with punk and a generous helping of trumpets!! Thu, 12 Jun 2008 17:10:00 GMT http://www.cdtimes.co.uk/content.php?contentid=5059 Gig Review: Gary K gives the nod to emerging New Yorker Julian Velard Tue, 10 Jun 2008 18:40:00 GMT http://www.cdtimes.co.uk/content.php?contentid=5058 Gig Review: California's Sara Bareilles is currently skipping up the charts with her extremely infectious "Love song" single.She took time off from her promotional schedule to play London's Bush Hall... Mon, 09 Jun 2008 22:31:31 GMT http://www.cdtimes.co.uk/content.php?contentid=5057 Singles of the Week: We do this for love, you know. Gary K braves the latest pile of 7" 'treats'. Mon, 09 Jun 2008 11:30:00 GMT http://www.cdtimes.co.uk/content.php?contentid=5055 News: As ever, The Go! Team are in the middle of traversing the world but have taken the time out to make a new recording of the song Milk Crisis, sung in Japanese and English by Kaori with backup from Ninja and the Double Dutch Divas. And to coincide... Sun, 08 Jun 2008 18:30:00 GMT http://www.cdtimes.co.uk/content.php?contentid=5054 Review: Thoroughly decent Britpop/rock from Leamington Spa of all places. Come on feel the noise.