Author: Shell Hinds


  • John Newman – ‘Love Me Again’

    Although it’s not officially released until next month, John Newman’s ‘Love Me Again’ sounds as if it’s ready to take the music scene by storm.

  • Bruno Mars – ‘Treasure’

    Shell Hinds takes a listen to Bruno Mars’ disappointingly bland new single.

  • Laurel – ‘Blue Blood’

    Laurel Arnell-Cullen’s debut offering ‘Blue Blood’ is haunting to say the least. Beginning with a news sample placed over a simplistic piano riff, there’s something quite disturbing about the juxtaposition of the clip on the supernatural with the lullaby-style chords. Laurel’s vocals are spine-tingling, and can be compared to a hybrid of Ellie Goulding and […]

  • Calvin Harris ft. Ellie Goulding – ‘I Need Your Love’

    Calvin Harris seems to be unstoppable at the moment. ‘I Need Your Love’ is his eighth top-ten single from his chart-topping album 18 Months. And this collaboration with Ellie Goulding proves exactly why the album has been such a success. Goulding’s ethereal vocals sit perfectly over Harris’ skilfully crafted beats, and the Scottish producer provides […]