The Joy Formidable - The Big Roar

The Big Roar is the debut album from Welsh band, The Joy Formidable and released at the start of the year on Atlantic Records.
When I first heard this record I thought i’d already heard the album of the year. It’s an alternative heavy guitar based record that isn’t afraid to deviate at times into a progressive rock behemoth and for a debut record, there is a showcase of musical talent and experience on display.

Although this clocks in at number 5 in my lost, a nod of mention should go to Friendly Fires - Pala, Frank Turner - England Keep My Bones, Metronomy - The English Riveria & She & Him - A Very She & Him Christmas which are all great albums but haven’t made it into my top 5.

Favourite Songs: The Magnifying Glass, Austere, A Heavy Abacus & Cradle