Music

Brilliant albums that just ooze cool: you need to listen to these before you die...

By Marc Chacksfield Last updated 16 January 26

Closed for renovations

By Andrew Williams Published 16 January 26

Music to our ears

By Hermione Blandford Published 16 January 26

Just a 30-minute ride from London

By Andrew Williams Published 14 January 26

Rock 'n' roll tech riding the vinyl revival

By Josh Sims Published 13 January 26

From golden-era gems to modern masterpieces

By Marc Chacksfield Last updated 9 January 26

He knew a fair bit about the arts

By Dave Fawbert Last updated 9 January 26

What will the neighbours think?

By Andrew Williams Published 9 January 26

Nimbys vs live music

By Andrew Williams Published 7 January 26

Skepta via violin

By Andrew Williams Published 2 January 26

The last great decade for guitar music?

By Tim Bradley Published 1 January 26

Be here now (or next Easter, apparently)

By Andrew Williams Published 31 December 25

From Hollywood icons to classic rockers, we've had all sorts join Shortlist this year. Here's some of our favourite moments with the stars from 2025.

By Gerald Lynch Published 30 December 25

A year without a movement, but full of unforgettable moments

By Tom Goodwyn Published 30 December 25

2025 was a special year for music: here is our look back at the very best listens of the year...

By Marc Chacksfield Published 28 December 25