It is difficult to imagine the minimalistic indie-pop of London trio The xx becoming even more stripped-back and simplistic. Their 2009 debut was refreshing and unassuming – a charming and auspicious album with musical and emotional depth. Attempting to back up to such success was no doubt difficult, and Coexist highlights these difficulties. The young band’s sound has become more about what isn’t heard…
The festival landscape has undergone major upheaval in the last three years, and Covid’s long-term impact on the music industry…
