In Depth
Summer Sundae 2011: The DiS review
After a week that's seen widespread panic on the streets of London and beyond, thanks to the despicable actions of a thoughtless few thousands, it's good to know that some things never change. The Summer Sundae Weekender in the grounds of Leicester's De Montfort Hall is traditionally one of the most family friendly gatherings of its kind, drawing in punters of all ages from various demographic sectors in the process»
In Photos: Summer Sundae 2011 @ De Montford Hall & Gardens, Leicester
Includes photos of the Drowned in Sound curated line-up on the Indoor Stage featuring Blood Red Shoes, Everything Everything, Factory Floor The Phantom Band, and The Antlers. »
"There's no point in touring with a band if you're playing music that you hate": DiS meets Graham Coxon
While the term "legend" finds itself bandied about all too easily these days, there are occasionally those whose merits deserve such an accolade. One name which springs to mind in recent years would be Graham Coxon, guitarist, songwriter and founder member of Blur, one of the most successful British groups of modern times.»
This Week's Singles: 28/09/2009
Everyone – and I mean everyone is releasing a single this week. So many, that I wanted to use a thoroughly unfair culling method that involved a blindfold, a pointy stick and some glue - or worse, inadvertently lose half my pile down the back of the bin (whoopstheregomyfingers, can't listen to them now, ohdear). Luckily, someone appealed to my better instincts and I did what I am paid to do. Which was to listen to the darned things; ALL FORTY THREE OF THEM. »
Folkin' Out: Graham Coxon talks to DiS
Okay, let's get it over with - the very lovely Graham Coxon would probably have quite merrily talked to DiS about Blur (or jellybeans, or elephants, or sunbeans, or anything, really) for the entire length of this interview. His PR sitting in the same room... not so much. »
Catching up with Coxon
Stepping off the train at Leicester station, I'm handed a free sample of cherry Coke. As I head for the Student's Union, sipping the lukewarm beverage as I walk, it strikes me that Graham Coxon and this particular flavour have something in common»









