For Reid, who was already suffering anxiety and fatigue, that physical weakness would add pressure to an overworked voice. It is obvious so many gigs would compromise the structure and safety of the voice. It is the beating heart of the music and leads everything. That might sound glib but Reid’s singing voice was there before she met Dot Major and Dan Rothman: it will be there after the trio, years down the line, go their separate ways. Hannah Reid, the lead and alluring siren, is at the centre and the focal point of London Grammar. The main reason for writing this piece is to highlight a group who were put in the spotlight from the off the relentless touring meant the trio almost split the critics were expecting a quick follow-up album – putting a strain on the ranks. I want to feature Hannah Reid’s voice which is a thing of rare beauty. I will look at both of the Nottingham-formed band’s albums and what impact they have made on music. They are a trio I have been following since their debut and noticed a change in them. The second piece is concerned with London Grammar. I hope more people do tune into King Gizzard & The Wizard Lizard’s wavelength and discover what they are all about. Whether they are coming up with time-related concepts and acoustic patterns microtuning and infinite loops – an album where the final track led straight to the opening one (thus, creating a never-ending record!). More than that I wanted to examine the way the seven-piece band reinvent themselves on each album. ![]() The first (reason) is because they are an Australian band who deserve a much larger following – they are still under-the-radar here and seen as a quirky option. It’s an album to set a calming scene as well as a chilled night-in with friends.For a couple of reasons. ![]() ![]() It’s worth every dollar you spend and you won’t regret having it playing in the background or in your cars. Overall, If You Wait has been a beautiful album to listen to and I enjoyed every minute of this album. It’s a great closing to a beautiful album. If You Wait leaves room for the vocals to really shine and with the accompaniment lifting the vocals even higher as the song comes to a finish. If You Wait – London Grammar closes their album with one last haunting song. It’s definitely another one of my favourites. Interlude (Live) – An excellent showcase of London Grammar live.įlickers – Stripped back with the same strong collation of vocals and musical accompaniment, this song is one that you’ll want to listen to again and again. I have to say it’s my favourite song on the album. It’s one you can dance to and is powerful both lyrically and musically. Metal & Dust – The title track of their previous EP, this song is more upbeat in comparison to the previous songs. Nightcall – Another song with a beautiful melody, with lyrics that woo and intrigue this, again, is song that you can see on a show like, White Collar or SVU. Strong – This is a song that you’ll want to belt out, Strong lives up to its title with a great guitar riff, along with solid and engaging lyrics. The vocals are incredible and carry the simplicity of the lyrics well. ![]() Sights – This is another melodic song that’s alluring to the ear with the help of the slender touch of the piano keys. I loved its fast-paced nature to drive the idea of time going quickly and slipping away from the vocals and the drums are a great accompaniment and support to the lyrics. Wasting My Young Years – I was pulled in by the lyrics of contemplation about how and what the persona is using their time. There’s a powerful piano melody that’s contrasted beautifully with a guitar riff, which lends the song to a TV show soundtrack vibe. Shyer – Opening with a little studio banter, this song talks about the emotions that run between two people who shouldn’t be seeing each other. I love the drumbeat in this song and the vocals are simply amazing. Stay Awake – Adding a little rustic feel to the album, Stay Awake is a more haunting song that gives listeners that night-scene city-life vibe. Hey Now – Beginning with a hypnotic song, the album welcomes listeners into a wave of excellent guitar riffs, soothing vocals and alluring lyrics that grabs you from the first note. Debuting earlier this month, If You Wait, is London Grammar’s captivating addition to the sounds of Coldplay and Ellie Goulding in today’s music industry. A collation of hypnotic tunes and powerful vocals, London Grammar’s first album is nothing short of mesmerising.
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