"sweet melodies, playful riffs, and reflective lyrics" Hayley Foster da Silva reviews 'Big Familiar', the "heartfelt, and quietly confident" new album from Stella and the Very Messed.

"Zen-calm and more than capable of soothing the savage beast (or hangover)" Paul F Cook reviews the "simultaneously modern and ancient" beauty of King Vatra's new album 'Bells From The Deep'. @paulfcook.bsky.social

"magnificent worlds that crumble, warp, become distorted and abraded" Paul F Cook reviews the "brutal but beautiful" 'Absurd Matter 2' from producer, DJ and sound artist Antonino Pedone aka Shapednoise. @paulfcook.bsky.social

"looks every bit as pristine as the white suit itself" Paul F Cook reviews Ealing Comedy 'The Man in the White Suit' (1951). Alec Guinness is inventor Sidney Stratton whose miracle fabric threatens the livelihood of mill owners & workers alike. Out thru @studiocanal.co.uk. @paulfcook.bsky.social

"an album whose borders are distant and limitations non-existent" Simon Tucker reviews the "deep psychedelic undergrowth" of MICROCORPS new album 'CLEAR VORTEX CHAMBER'. @alexandertucker.bsky.social @situcker.bsky.social

VIDEO PREMIERE: THE AUGUST LIST - THE DUPLEX PHASE The August List have given Joyzine readers the chance to see the video to 'The Duplex Phase' first. Writer Paul F Cook describes it as "a collage of monumental sounds". @paulfcook.bsky.social

INTERVIEW: WHAT IS ULTRA-PUNK? Joyzine Editor Paul Maps interviews one of the original ultra-punks Shian Smith-Pancorvo about the movement that says 'No composing or song writing, no rehearsing, no studio recordings, live videos only.

"moving, intoxicating, thrilling" Simon Tucker reviews 'Breathe', Steve Nolan's soundtrack album to Liza Hughes' feature documentary 'Swimming Through Darkness'. @situcker.bsky.social

"a rumble-tumble, free flowing, bar fight in a sweet shop" Paul F Cook reviews the "exhilarating and lo-fi" self-titled EP from No Peeling. Out on Feel It Records. @paulfcook.bsky.social

"Time & again, the late Jason Molina’s brilliance of humble introspection astounds" Joshua Gutierrez reviews tribute album 'I Will Swim To You' featuring covers by MJ Lenderman, Runnner, Advance Base, and many more. 10% of the profits go to MusiCares Recovery Fund. Out on Run For Cover Records.

"short, sharp, and impossible to ignore" Hayley Foster da Silva review the "fury with fun" of Problem Pattern's new EP release, 'Boring Songs for Boring People'. Out on ‪@ilovealcopop.bsky.social‬

MY LIFE IN 10 SONGS: WHINEY K’S KONNER WHITNEY With new gently psychedelic album 'Bubble' out on 12th September we asked Konner Whitney to delve into the music that has shaped him from childhood to the current day. Cue Sum 41, Swollen Members, Mutators, Willie Nelson and more.

"more catchy choruses in one song than most bands put on an entire album" Paul F Cook reviews the "uber-catchy tunes and compelling beats" of Disgusting Sisters new single 'TGIF'. @paulfcook.bsky.social

"we can finally hear the last pieces of Tim’s glorious puzzle played by the people who loved him" Andrew Wood reviews 'LSD', the album The Cardiacs were working on before Tim Smith "slipped his moorings and sailed to new horizons".

"as refreshing as an ice-cold cocktail in Mykonos, as insightful as an Einstein equation" Neil Laurenson reviews the "statement sound" of Big Thief's sixth album 'Double Infinity'. @neillaurenson.bsky.social

"hypnotic and exhilarating on record and evoke the danger of a dive bar" Paul F Cook reviews the "subterranean pull" of Fat Concubine's new EP 'EMPIRE' plus Joyzine readers get an exclusive listen to 'Feeding off the dogs' ahead of the EP release on 12th September. @paulfcook.bsky.social

"An ex music hall, now transformed into a community music hub, giving opportunities in all aspects of music making to all manners of community groups" Andrew Wood looks at the amazing work that More Music in Morecambe do, and reviews Vol.2 of the albums that showcases new music from local artists.

"I get to see bands I adore, discover incredible new artists, & soak up the electric, empowering atmosphere" Joyzine's official @loudwomen.org correspondent Hayley Foster da Silva was at Rich Mix for this years Fest for BE N!CE, I, Doris, Bad Static, Hot Wife, Twat Union, & Loose Articles.

"V8 power, N2O and multiple chrome exhausts that spit fire, filthy blues, and psychedelia" Paul F Cook reviews the "utterly tectonic" new album from Ghostwoman, 'Welcome to the Civilised World'. Out on Full Time Hobby Records. @paulfcook.bsky.social @fulltimehobby.bsky.social

"rough-edged but intentional, a refusal of polish in favour of tension" Patrick Malone reviews the "jagged guitars" and "fragmented structures" of Vexations new single 'Stone Vultures'.

"new wave grit wrapped up in pop colours" with a "bittersweet heart" Paul F Cook reviews the "emotional depth" and "massive tunes" of The Beths' new album 'Straight Line Is A Lie'. @thebeths.bsky.social @antirecords.bsky.social @paulfcook.bsky.social

LIVE REVIEW: THE LEMONHEADS - ELECTRIC BALLROOM, LONDON Jason McDonald reviews the "ramshackle charm", "sing-a-longs and exuberant dancing" at The Lemonheads live with photographs provided by Rupert Hitchcox. @jaygigphotos.bsky.social

"Cheerbleederz aren’t just playing music; they’re sharing pieces of themselves, and it makes you feel like you’re part of it too" Hayley Foster da Silva reviews the "sparkly, chaotic, totally lovable punk energy" of Cheerbleederz new EP 'Prove Me Wrong'. @cheerbleederz.bsky.social

"the feeling they create remains the same, only growing in magnitude with each visit" The Burning Hell would likely be Editor Paul Maps specialist subject on Mastermind, so he was front & centre at their Moth Club gig in London with the "fuzzy comfort" of support Jon McKiel and Jay Crocker.

"Los Palms vibes effortlessly across its 10 tracks" Joshua Gutierrez reviews the "effortless vibes" of Los Palms new self-titled album.

!!BANDCAMP FRIDAY!! SEP. 5th!! !!PAY WHAT YOU WANT!! Revenue shares waived by Bandcamp so more £ goes to our chosen causes Parkinsons & HOPENOTHATE. 4 compilations / over 80 tracks from amazing artists incl. Gemma Rogers, Scrounge, The Burning Hell, Piney Gir, Frauds + more. joyzine.bandcamp.com/

GRASSROOTS UNCOVERED: A CONVERSATION WITH MOVEMENT81 Mr Laurence continues his exploration of the grassroots music scene with an interview with Swansea's electronic duo Movement81.

"I’m stunned by just how wildly entertaining it is" Atilla Peter reviews the "pure gold" of Tchotchke's sophomore album 'Playin’ Dumb'.

MEDITATIONS ON FILM: PIER PAOLO PASOLINI - 'THE GOSPEL ACCORDING TO MATTHEW' (1964) A longer, more in depth piece from new (to Joyzine) writer Nicholas Skaldetvind who deconstructs the "verbal and corporeal" language of Pasolini's 1964 film.

"like the missing link between Flight of the Conchords and Goldie Lookin' Chain" Peter Richard Adams reviews an album that conjoins his two loves, comedy and music, on 'King of Devon' by Los No Boss.

LIVE IN PICTURES: SOUTH FACING FESTIVAL Feat. MORCHEEBA, BASEMENT JAXX + MORE Photographers Rupert Hitchcox and Julia Hawkins were at the South Facing Festival to capture a wide range of acts including Mogwai, Morcheeba, Basement Jaxx, Busta Rhymes and more.

"These are tracks that might evoke space, the sea or idyllic countryside" Paul F Cook reviews the "thoughtful and entrancing" ambient music of multi-talented producer and musician Filip Leyman on his new album 'Soft Light'. @paulfcook.bsky.social

LIVE IN PICTURES: DRY CLEANING + TONY BONTANA AT BELGRAVE MUSIC HALL, LEEDS Photographer Mat Coffey (Joyzine's Lord of Light & Dark) was at Leeds’ Belgrave Music Hall for an intimate show with Dry Cleaning and rapper and multi-instrumentalist Tony Bontana. #drycleaning #tonybontana

"Despite the raw territory she so often charts, warmth and generosity always win the day in Thompson’s world" Poppy Bristow reviews the "bold, big-hearted epic of love, loss, and politics" that is CMAT's new album 'Euro-Country'. @cmatbaby.bsky.social

"arms-wide-electro-acoustic rock feel with some top-of-the-cliff, huge vista tunes" Paul F Cook reviews the "big chords and soaring melodies" of Heddlu's new album 'Tramor'. @paulfcook.bsky.social #heddlu #tramor

LIVE IN PICTURES: CHASTITY BELT, PORTLAND ARMS Photographer Kenny Mcleish was at the Portland Arms in Cambridge for an intimate show from cult favourites Chastity Belt. Plus pictures of support Spike.

"its non-traditional examination of death and grief, never leaves the listener in a stupor" Joshua Gutierrez reviews the observational poignancy of 'Amazing Things' the new album from Darren Hayman and his Electric Guitars.

"I don’t doubt that that every one of the acts who played will have earned more fans" Paul F Cook was at Bristol's Beacon for BBC Introducing's fabulously eclectic mix of folk, pop, R&B, jazz, blues and roots from Firewoodisland, Chloe Foy, Immi Dash, Boci, & Lady Nade. @paulfcook.bsky.social

"spoken word, poetry, combative screamed lyrics, exquisite instrumentation" Kane McEvoy reviews 'No One Was Driving The Car' the "translucent, kaleidoscopic" album from La Dispute. Out on Sept 5th.

"A refreshing, original and inventive debut" Holly Sewell reviews The New Eves "folk, punk and rock" album 'The New Eve Is Rising'. #theneweves #folkpunk #brighton

"filled with wry observations that address both the profane & the profound, unfolding like stories you tell a friend over a drink or while giving them a ride" Atilla Peter reviews 'Last Missouri Exit', Case Oats' "wistful, idyllic take on the Midwest" Out on @mergerecords.bsky.social

MY LIFE IN 10 SONGS: JASON APPLIN Jason looks back at his life in music as The Gymkhana release their nostalgia-themed debut album 'Follyfoot 71-73'. His 10 songs features Chicory Tip, KISS, Gladys Knight, Blur and Crayola Lectern.

"a head-on confrontation with uncomfortable truths" Thomas Hill reviews the documentary 'Riefenstahl' which seeks to separate the art from the artist about one of cinema's most contentious directors.

"This deserves to become an essential part of the bands catalogue & it would not surprise me if people start listening to this version instead of its studio parent" Simon Tucker has gone deep on Radiohead's new album 'Hail to the Thief (Live Recordings 2003-2009)'. @radiohead.bsky.social

"As a solo festival-goer, I found connection, joy, and empowerment" It was Joyzine's writer and LOUD WOMEN correspondent, Hayley Foster da Silva, first Rebellion Fest. She was in her element with bands she loves (Bridget, Millie Manders) & new favourites (50 Foot Woman, The Twistettes).

"as rich in colour as it is in character" Cerys Smith reviews the "cinematic expanses, minimalism, and bold experimentation" of Crayola Lectern's new album 'Disasternoon'. #crayolalectern

"Everything is love and peace" Neil Laurenson reviews 'Making Room for The Light' the new album from the self-styled 'ambassador of peace and magick' Mae Powell. Out on Karma Chief / Colemine Records.

"angular bliss" Neil Laurenson reviews 'Years and Years' the new album from Stockholm's Dag och Natt. @dagochnatt.bsky.social @neillaurenson.bsky.social

"Had the original Crystal Palace still been standing, its glass structure would have shattered from the first song" Caroline Low was at the South Facing Festival, Crystal Palace to see Mogwai and support Lankum.

LIVE IN PICTURES: BLACK DOLDUMS, COLOUR ME BLOOD RED + THE DEAD ZOO - CAMDEN ASSEMBLY, LONDON Photographer Rupert Hitchcox was at London's Camden Assembly to capture Black Doldrums, Colour Me Blood Red and The Dead Zoo in action. @blackdoldrums.bsky.social #thedeadzoo #colourmebloodred