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Luke Edwards

Luke is a freelance music journalist and the founder of the British Music History YouTube channel and website. Formerly Head Of Music at De Montfort University’s student radio station, Demon FM, he has been sharing his passion for music for many years, writing for numerous online publications ever since contributing to the NME Student Guide in 2008. While much of his career has been spent working as a professional marketer and content-marketing strategist, his long-term goal is to use his writing as a springboard to establishing himself as a music historian.

Articles by Luke Edwards

‘Misplaced Childhood’: Behind The Album That Saw Marillion Come Of Age

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‘Misplaced Childhood’: Behind The Album That Saw Marillion Come Of Age

Majestic and dream-like, Marillion's 1985 album, ‘Misplaced Childhood’, brought the neo-prog quintet success beyond their wildest dreams.

‘X&Y’: How Coldplay Reformulated Their Sound With Twisted Logic

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‘X&Y’: How Coldplay Reformulated Their Sound With Twisted Logic

Built around mathematical concepts and dreamy synths, ‘X&Y’ brought a space-rock sheen and ambient-tinged reinvention to Coldplay’s locus.

Best 2000s Musicians: 20 Bands And Solo Artists Who Defined The Noughties

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Best 2000s Musicians: 20 Bands And Solo Artists Who Defined The Noughties

From indie-rock scenesters to straight-talking pop divas, the best 2000s musicians lit up the decade by bringing edginess back to the party.

Good Times: How Chic’s “Bang-Bang Boogie” Song Inspired Hip-Hop

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Good Times: How Chic’s “Bang-Bang Boogie” Song Inspired Hip-Hop

Boasting one of the most-sampled hooks in history, Chic’s funky disco song Good Times made waves and kick-started the art of sampling.

Best Music Festivals Of 2022: 20 Unmissable Events This Year

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Best Music Festivals Of 2022: 20 Unmissable Events This Year

Roaring back to life as we (hopefully) move on from the pandemic, the best music festivals of 2022 will restore your faith in live music.

‘Big Love’: Behind Simply Red’s Soul-Pop Comeback Album

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‘Big Love’: Behind Simply Red’s Soul-Pop Comeback Album

Joyous and family focused, Simply Red’s comeback album, ‘Big Love’, was an upbeat return to form for Mick Hucknall’s blue-eyed soul outfit.

Best 2000s Songs: 20 Feel-Good Tracks From The Noughties

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Best 2000s Songs: 20 Feel-Good Tracks From The Noughties

From pop-punk protest anthems to eccentric rap gems, the best 2000s songs grappled with a war-torn world with life-affirming pop statements.

‘The Man-Machine’: How Kraftwerk Assembled An Electro-Pop Classic

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‘The Man-Machine’: How Kraftwerk Assembled An Electro-Pop Classic

Influenced by disco, Kraftwerk’s ‘The Man-Machine’ saw ‘the robots’ take over the dancefloor and pre-empt the rise of synth-pop.

Who Is Sam Ryder? Introducing The UK’s Eurovision Contender

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Who Is Sam Ryder? Introducing The UK’s Eurovision Contender

After finding fame on TikTok with his superb cover versions, Sam Ryder’s Eurovision entry, Space Man, is set to ensure his star keeps rising.

Best Sibling Bands: 20 Groups Who Keep It In The Family

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Best Sibling Bands: 20 Groups Who Keep It In The Family

From soul sisters to brothers in arms, the best sibling bands prove that family groups can conquer the world.