Jess is a music journalist based just outside of London, England. She started writing record reviews for her local newspaper at age 15, and has written for numerous arts publications, both online and in print. A fully fledged guitar geek, Jess plays music when she's not writing about it.
The Ting TingsKatie White and Jules De Martino of The Ting Tings talk about "That's Not My Name," finding a new audience on TikTok, and their 2025 album Home.
Pearl HarbourNew-wave trailblazer Pearl Harbour explains how she fell in with The Clash, who backed her on her first solo album, and made an impact with the controversial song "Fujiyama Mama."
Maxi PriestThe British reggae legend tells the story of his #1 hit "Close To You," talks about his groundbreaking Shabba Ranks collaboration "Housecall," and discusses his latest project with Robin Trower.
Andrew RoachfordBritish soul man Andrew Roachford discusses "Cuddly Toy (Feel For Me)," his 2020 album Twice In A Lifetime, and *that* Alan Partridge cameo.
Trans Soul Rebels: Songs About TransgenderismA history of songs dealing with transgender issues, featuring Pink Floyd, David Bowie, Morrissey and Green Day.
Martin Gordon: "I think pop has stopped being art"The former Sparks, Jet and Radio Stars bassist reveals why he's recording an entire album's worth of Gilbert and Sullivan tunes, and what he really thinks of the supergroup FFS.
Larry John McNallyA top-tier songwriter, the Eagles, Bonnie Raitt, Rod Stewart and Chaka Khan have all recorded the songs of Larry John McNally. As he explains, it's all about translating the human experience.
Martin GordonAn erstwhile member of Sparks, Jet and Radio Stars, Martin shares some fascinating stories from across his 40 years in music, including what he got up to in Paris with The Rolling Stones in '79. 
Marshall CrenshawThe "Someday, Someway" singer also played Buddy Holly in La Bamba and toured with a reunited MC5. 