Articles by Matt Crawford
Matt has written 9 articles for Nouse
Taking a Diversion
By Matt Crawford — July 31, 2009
As a second year economics student, heavy emphasis is placed on securing valuable work experience over the summer, with the aim being to gain those loveable ‘transferrable skills’ that will see us through life without any issues.
The Guillemots – The Duchess
By Matt Crawford — November 25, 2008
Far from being just another venture around the country, Guillemots’ current Fishbone for a Drink tour is refreshingly original with traditional support acts replaced by a half hour improvisation.
On the Up
By Matt Crawford — June 19, 2008
With a name like Holy Fuck, I wouldn’t begrudge you any criticism you may choose to throw in this band’s direction.
Midsummer Music at JJ’s
By Matt Crawford — May 28, 2008
JJ’s completed its transformation into something resembling a music venue as Porcelain Flamingo soared through their set in style, the front man’s charisma complimented by some fantastic musical ability.
You can’t put a price on STDs
By Matt Crawford — May 18, 2008
With YUSU now trying to upgrade to Durex, it begs the question why it’s taken them so long to notice such an important issue.
David Ford: There Is A Light
By Matt Crawford — January 16, 2008
Rating: * * * *
There’s nothing quite like a cover version of a much loved song to cause a little debate, especially when its creators were The Smiths.
Kate Nash: Pumpkin Soup
By Matt Crawford — January 16, 2008
Rating: * * *
It will undoubtedly be played on Radio 1 and the Topshop stereo, then it’s a reasonably enjoyable, and enjoyably short, three minute pop song.
Hot Chip, ‘Ready For The Floor’
By Matt Crawford — January 16, 2008
Rating: * *
I never really got Hot Chip. Apart from their obvious indie-dance hybrid ‘Over and Over’, they seem to be a band suffering from genre identity issues.
On The Up: Operator Please
By James W. Cousins and Matt Crawford — November 23, 2007
“This young band’s rapid progress is highlighted by the calibre of the bands they have supported, with Arctic Monkeys and Kaiser Chiefs foremost on the list.”


