On this episode of Throwback Friday, I revisit Lifeblood by Manic Street Preachers - a bold departure in sound, released in 2004 and met with a lukewarm response. With its glacial synths, poetic restraint, and unexpected influences, Lifeblood marked a turning point. But how does it sound now, two decades on? Join me as I go track-by-track and explore the album’s tone, context, and legacy.

Lorde is back - bold, raw, and utterly reborn. In this episode, we dive deep into her fourth studio album Virgin, a fearless and emotionally charged body of work.

Join me to explore why Virgin just might be Lorde’s most daring release yet.

Content warning: This episode contains strong language and discusses themes that include adult content and potentially triggering topics. Please listen with care and feel free to skip if the material may be distressing.

In this Throwback Friday episode, I revisit Neapolis, the often-overlooked 1998 album by Simple Minds. Blending shimmering synth textures with echoes of their earlier experimental sound, Neapolis marked a bold creative step for the band during a transitional period.

This hidden gem deserves a second chance - so I’m going totake you through it track by track and explore why it was so overlooked.

Whether you're a long-time fan or discovering this record for the first time, join me as we dig into an underrated chapter in the Simple Minds story...

Content warning: This episode contains some strong language.

I’m back with another episode, and this week I’m diving deep into Imaginal Disk - the extraordinary second album from Magdalena Bay. A glitchy, emotional, and experimental synth-pop masterwork, this record blends dreamlike transitions, proggy breakdowns, and theatrical flourishes into a world that dares you to lose yourself in it. I’ll take you through it track by track, sharing my favourite moments, key observations, and why this might already be a pop classic!

Content warning: This episode contains some strong language.

This week on Throwback Friday, I’m revisiting Kylie Minogue’s boldest album - Impossible Princess. A far cry from her pop beginnings, this 1997 release blends indie, electronica, and raw introspection.

Often misunderstood at the time, it’s now a fan favourite with a lasting legacy. Tune in as I explore what makes this album so special - and why it deserves a second listen!

Get to know the brilliant Magdalena Bay with a quick intro to their dreamy, glitchy, synth-soaked sound . Then I dive into what it was like seeing them live, visuals and all.

We’re back with another episode of Throwback Friday!

This week, I’m talking about Tori Amos’ 1996 album Boys for Pele – a bold, intense, and uncompromising record that left a real mark on me. I’ll be sharing my personal take, doing a track-by-track breakdown, and exploring the album’s influence and cultural legacy.

As always, thanks for listening – and I hope you enjoy the episode.

Content warning: This episode includes adult themes and some strong language.

My new series where I discuss an album that was poorly received back in the day upon release - I am here to defend and discuss the inspiration and cultural impact. This episode I discuss Madonna's 1992 controversial release, Erotica.

This episode contains adult themes and some strong language.

Join me, theindiepopgirl, as I dive into two brand new releases — Garbage’s Let All That We Imagine Be The Light and Miley Cyrus’s Something Beautiful. Expect unfiltered thoughts, standout tracks, and plenty of passion for pop and indie music.
Note: This episode contains some strong language.

Get to know theindiepopgirl.
A quick intro to the podcast, what’s coming up, and why you’ll want to stick around.

New music, deep dives, and all things indie pop - dropping soon!

In this episode, I dive into Girl With No Face, the striking and sonically bold album from Allie X. From eerie synth-pop landscapes to razor-sharp lyrics, I explore the emotional resonance of an album that refuses to blend in. Whether you're already a fan or just discovering Allie X, this review offers insight, context, and a few personal reflections on what makes this release so captivating.

In this episode of Throwback Friday, I dive into Ultraviolence, a bold, hypnotic chapter in Lana Del Rey’s discography. Marking a departure from her earlier cinematic pop sound, this 2014 album embraced a rawer, more psychedelic edge that’s since inspired a new wave of melancholic pop artists. It still feels as provocative and poetic as ever.

Content warning: This episode contains strong language and discusses themes that include adult content and potentially triggering topics. Please listen with care and feel free to skip if the material may be distressing.

Now June is over, I’m taking a moment to look back at some of the month’s standout releases - including Garbage, Miley Cyrus, Haim, and Lorde. I’m also shining a light on Addison Rae’s self-titled debut album. It’s a short and sweet wrap-up to a big month of new music!

The Pop Girls series continues and this week I will be discussing Guts, the 2023 sophomore record from pop superstar Olivia Rodrigo.

You don’t have to be in Olivia’s core demographic to enjoy this record - music is for everyone, and if you connect with her songs in any way, that’s what truly matters!

I am back with another instalment in The Pop Girls series, and for this week I will be diving into Desire, I Want to Turn Into You by Caroline Polachek.

A record full of bold and diverse sounds, it was warmly received back in 2023 and I discuss why it was my personal AOTY. I hope you can join me!

In this episode of Albums That Surprised Me, I explore Submarine by The Marías - a dreamy, hypnotic record that caught me off guard in the best way, and share why it’s a must-hear for fans of dreampop.

A quick catch-up episode with a little life update and a look ahead at what’s coming on the podcast. New beginnings, fresh ideas, and exciting plans. Just a cosy chat to keep you in the loop!

Billie Eilish’s Hit Me Hard And Soft took me by surprise, and in this episode, I discuss why.

From haunting ballads to experimental pop twists, this record is Billie at her most vulnerable and inventive. I explore the themes and sounds that make this album such a fascinating shift in her discography. Whether you're a long-time fan or just curious about the record, join me as I unpack one of the most talked-about releases of 2024.

Join me as I discuss catching Allie X live for the very first time in Liverpool last week, on the UK leg of her Weird World Tour.

This is the first episode in my new series Albums That Surprised Me.
And we’re kicking things off with Blue Weekend by Wolf Alice from 2021 - an album that caught me off guard in the best way.
From shimmering ballads to full-throttle anthems, I wasn’t prepared for how much this record would resonate with me, and how it would ignite my love for the band.

I am back with another instalment in The Pop Girls series, and this week we are going back to the turn of the millennium with No Angel by Dido.

It paved the way for female artists in the pop world, and it's lasting legacy and influence is still shining brightly. Join me and let's revisit the nostalgia together!

I am back with a brand new series, The Pop Girls! I will be discussing pop albums with substance, and the series is kicking off with Melodrama by Lorde.

A pop masterpiece that was released in 2017, I will take you through the tracks, the innovative production and it's lasting impact in the pop world.

Sabrina Carpenter is back with her highly anticipated new record, Man's Best Friend.

The follow up to her hugely successful Short n Sweet album, this release has already generated controversy with the infamous album artwork. But does the record live up to expectations? Listen now and find out!

Wolf Alice return with their highly anticipated fourth album, The Clearing.

Their major label debut blends 70s-inspired classic rock with their trademark dream-pop edge. It marks one of the band’s most confident and ambitious releases yet.

I am back with the last episode in my Albums That Surprised Me series, and what a way to close it out.

This week I will be discussing I Don't Live Here Anymore by The War On Drugs. An album so monumental, which totally took me by surprise. It completely changed my life.

This episode is dedicated to the one and only Mic The Snare who I give full credit for discovering this wonderful band. Check him out here!

In this bonus episode, I will be discussing Willoughby Tucker, I’ll Always Love You, the new album from Ethel Cain.

I was not planning on reviewing this record for the podcast, but after repeated listens, I had a change of heart and wanted to share my thoughts on one of the most anticipated releases of 2025.

This episode contains strong language and adult themes.

When I first sat down to record the episode for SABLE, fABLE, I was exhausted and hit a wall. Nothing would come out. But as the week went on, something shifted, and suddenly all the words and emotions poured out. This album is deeply emotional, and in one moment while recording, it caught me off guard and I cried. I've decided to leave that moment in. It’s raw, it’s human, and it’s a reminder that music isn’t just something we listen to - it’s something we feel.In this episode, I give a shoutout to one of my favourite music reactors, who's reaction to this album moved me to tears! Go check out Luscent Reacts!

In this episode of Albums That Surprised Me, I explore The Rise and Fall of a Midwest Princess, an album that takes Chappell Roan from small-town Missouri to full-blown pop stardom.

Across campy anthems and vulnerable ballads, she blends humour, heart, and unapologetic queer joy into one unforgettable debut.This episode contains adult themes and some strong language.I mention in this episode the best indie pop record store in the UK - Spinning Around Records in Telford. Check it out at https://spinningaroundrecords.com/

We have reached the penultimate episode in The Underrated Gems series, and for this week, Kylie makes her second appearance on the podcast!

I will be talking about her underrated 2003 record, Body Language.

The Underrated Gems series continues with a Record Store Day twist. To celebrate the RSD vinyl release of The Great Western by James Dean Bradfield - I had to include this underrated classic as part of my series.

Can you believe this record is 20 years old?

I discuss this wonderful project track-by-track, and I also talk about my experience participating in RSD for the very first time!

The Indie Classics series continues and for this week, I will be discussing It's Blitz! by Yeah Yeah Yeahs, released way back in 2009.

A sonic departure from their previous work, it introduced synths and electronica but how does the record hold up all these years later?

I am back and The Indie Classics series continues with the bold and iconic 1995 debut by Garbage.

This record had such a huge impact on me at the time of release, but does it still hold up nearly 31 years later? You will have to listen and find out!

I am back with the first new release review of the year - and I am kicking things off with Empty Hands by Poppy.

Breaking out of the indie pop mould, I discuss the album track by track, the production, Poppy's artistry and why she has become one of my favourite artists.

I am back with the first episode in my new series, The Indie Classics. I am kicking it off with Head Music by Suede from 1999.

Happy New Year! It is time to reveal my top albums of 2025 - my most played, the ones that took me by surprise, and the ones that moved me.

Happy listening!

It's the most wonderful time of the year! That means it's Christmas and time to deliver my favourite music of the year.

This week I will be taking you through my top songs of 2025, the tracks that got me through the year.

Stay tuned as I will be dropping my top albums very soon!

I am back with the final instalment of The Pop Girls series, and what a way to close it out!

This week I am covering one of the most iconic pop albums ever, Born to Die by Lana Del Rey. Her major label debut which is still as iconic as ever, I discuss the tracks, legacy and impact of this record which changed the pop landscape forever.

I am back with a little update for you this week, please join me as I talk about my podcast plans for the rest of the year and into 2026!

The last instalment of The Pop Girls series will resume next Friday so stay tuned!

I am back from my little break and The Pop Girls series continues with Sawayama by Rina Sawayama from 2020.

Join me as I discuss this bold and diverse pop debut, and I explain why this record was my lockdown hero during the pandemic.

We are at the halfway mark in The Underrated Gems series, and for this week have I got a treat for you!

I will be discussing Happiness, the pop debut from Hurts.

Released in 2010, this synth-pop masterpiece was commerically successful, but has been completely forgotten in recent years. I am here to put it back on the radar and to show it some love!

The Underrated Gems series continues and for this week, I will be diving deep into some dreamy dreampop and shoegaze with Giving the World Away by Hatchie.

Taking influence from the 90's, this record is full of memorable hooks and huge pop choruses!

It's time to introduce my new series, The Underrated Gems! I am kicking it off with Lost Girls by Bat for Lashes from 2019. Critically acclaimed upon release, this synth pop masterpiece fell under the radar. But, theindiepopgirl is here to give this record the love and attention it fully deserves!

We have reached the end of The Indie Classics series, and what a way to close it out!

This week, I will be discussing the 2014 masterpiece from The War on Drugs, Lost in the Dream.

This is one of my all-time favourite albums, and I had such a blast discussing the gorgoeus instrumentals and amazing production by Adam Granduciel.

We have reached the penulitmate episode of The Indie Classics series! And for this week, I will be discussing the Mercury Prize winning album from Wolf Alice, Visions of a Life.

A modern indie classic masterpiece, with some stunning production, instrumentals and of course, Ellie's incredible vocals!

The Indie Classics series returns, and for this week I will be diving deep into Futurology, the synth driven masterpiece from the Manic Street Preachers.

This was a fun episode to put together, as it is one of my all time favourite albums. Where would you rank Futurology in the Manics discography?

It's time for another review!

This week I will be giving you my verdict on Nothing's About to Happen to Me by Mitski.

Sonically, it follows on from her previous record with callbacks to her earlier work. Listen to find out my favourite tracks, and I’d love to know yours too!

theindiepopgirl is back with a bonus episode! To celebrate the release of Mitski's new record, I will be discussing her 2018 breakthrough, Be the Cowboy.

This cult indie classic has broken into the mainstream in recent years, thanks to her viral TikTok moment with the single, Nobody.

To celebrate the podcast's first birthday, I am bringing back the first series I ever introduced. To kick off this brand new series of Throwback Friday, I am bringing you a banger of a record.

One of my all time favourite albums, Songs From The Big Chair by Tears For Fears. This episode was an absolute joy to put together, and I had so much fun talking about it!

Here's to another year of discussing amazing music on the podcast!

It's time for a brand-new release review! For this week, I will be discussing the highly anticipated new project from country superstar, Kacey Musgraves.

Middle of Nowhere sees Kacey ditch the pop experimentation, in favour of her country roots and where it all started.

Listen to find out my verdict!

We have reached the end of The Underrated Gems series! And what a way to close it out!

I will be discussing Ariana Grande's 2024 pop masterpiece, Eternal Sunshine.