We’re moving house (digitally speaking). Starting July 31st, all Rough Trade updates across the UK, EU and US will live at @roughtrade. Follow us there for exclusive vinyl drops, the best new music, live events, special features and conversation. Same spirit, one home.

"Heartfelt songwriting from the boygenius sweetheart, roaming from the throes of heartbreak to the ecstasy of true love." @lucydacus is an Album of the Year So Far. See the full list on the blog: https://t.co/azi7ww4W7M

"Another fantastic record from the Geordie God that is Sam Fender. While Fender usually exposes true lyrical depth, this record might just dig even deeper." @samfendermusic is an Album of the Year So Far. See the full list on the blog: https://t.co/azi7ww4oie

"Sleek, nocturnal rush—neon-soaked, synth-heavy, and The Horrors at their most visceral." @horrorsofficial is an Album of the Year So Far. See the full list on the blog: https://t.co/azi7ww4W7M

"Beautiful harmonies and fuzzy guitars, along with relatable lyrics. Place it within a genre filled with so many talented women, and Becca Harvey’s found a seat at the table." @girrlpuppy is an Album of the Year So Far. See the full list on the blog: https://t.co/azi7ww4oie

"The Baby herself both critiques and celebrates intimacy, femininity, and chaos on her distinctive third album. Sit down with 'Bloodless,' and you may feel like the third craziest person in the room." @samiatheband is an Album of the Year So Far. See the full list on the blog:

"'Lotus' hits hard and cuts deep... Little Simz at her most stripped-back, sharp, and self-assured." @LittleSimz is an Album of the Year So Far. See the full list on the blog: https://t.co/azi7ww4W7M

"Fuzz, fuzz, and more fuzz. Hotline TNT's follow-up to the critically acclaimed 'Cartwheel' is more polished, more collaborative, and somehow even more fun." @HotlineTnt is an Album of the Year So Far. See the full list on the blog: https://t.co/azi7ww4oie

"Blondshell's Sabrina Teitelbaum turns up her sharp wit and self-aware sex appeal with 'If You Asked For A Picture,' her second full-length release. Dreamy 90s-influenced indie rock and biting lyrics only a 20-something dating in the digital age could write." Blondshell is an

"Beirut at their most delicate—melancholic, elegant, and quietly devastating." @bandBeirut is an Album of the Year So Far. See the full list on the blog: https://t.co/azi7ww4oie

GIVEAWAY We're giving away tickets to see bôa on August 7th at Brooklyn Steel plus a SIGNED vinyl! Follow us & tag a friend to enter.

"Futuristic and undeniably nostalgic, wrapped in a 45-minute bow - that's Djo's junior record, The Crux for you." Djo is an Album of the Year So Far. See the full list on the blog: https://t.co/azi7ww4oie

GIVEAWAY We're giving away tickets to see King Gizzard & the Lizard Wizard on August 1st & 2nd at Forest Hills Stadium! Follow us & tag a friend to enter.

"Has Hole been reborn in 2025? This is one of the top newer UK bands to look out for." @hotwaxbandd is an Album of the Year So Far. See the full list on the blog: https://t.co/azi7ww4oie

! @marissanadler will be appearing in person at @RoughTradeUS Below, on Saturday August 16th at 3pm, for a live performance and signing in support of her new album ‘New Radiations.’ Info & RSVP in the bio.

GIVEAWAY We're giving away two tickets to see The Swell Season on July 26th at Kings Theater plus a SIGNED copy of their latest album 'Forward'! Follow us & tag a friend to enter.

"The french electronic artist displays her minimalistic yet dynamic and captivating sound, sending all those who listen into a dreamlike state." @oklou is an Album of the Year So Far. See the full list here: https://t.co/azi7ww4W7M

EXCLUSIVE Since the success of the book 'Street Level Superstar' – Lawrence has gained a whole new audience. New fans, not necessarily Felt or @Mozart_Estate fans of old. That’s why 'Tower Block In A Jam Jar' exists. Signed copies on blue vinyl pre-ordering now:

An absolute icon. The Prince of Darkness. Rest in peace Ozzy 🦇