Latest articles by Chris Barnes
Best Christmas gifts for music lovers 2025: Present ideas with a rock'n'roll twist
Christmas is right around the corner and to help you find an excellent present, I've highlighted a bunch of gift ideas covering a range of budgets
Cyber Monday CD player deals 2025: Quick! get a new CD player now before the deals wrap up
I've picked out a selection of excellent Cyber Monday CD player deals that are still going. But be warned, the discounts could end at any time
Cyber Monday CD deals 2025: It's your last chance to grab a pile of cut-price CDs before the sales window slams shut
Cyber Monday might officially be over, but we've found loads of CD deals that are still in play. Just be quick is you see something you want
Cyber Monday streaming deals 2025: This is your last chance to grab a discount on a TV, film or music streaming service before Christmas
Here's our pick of the best streaming deals you can still get - from TV and film, to audiobooks and music... but be quick
Cyber Monday record player deals 2025: Be quick as these last-minute turntable discounts will be gone soon
Missed out on the Cyber Monday sales? Don't worry, as there's still time to grab a bargain - but don't delay
Cyber Monday vinyl deals 2025: The big day of discounts is over - but some deals are still spinning
Cyber Monday is over but that doesn't mean to say the deals are, as you can still buy LPs at a reduced price - but be quick!
Cyber Monday music deals 2025: The big sales event is over, but there are still some deals hanging around
Black Friday and Cyber Monday are over for another year, but even if you missed out, there are still some excellent deals to get if you're quick
Black Friday CD player deals 2025: There's still just enough time to pick up a new CD player for less - but don't delay
The CD player discounts are still going, making it a great time to show your CD collection some love - but with the weekend sales window almost closed, you'll have to be quick
Black Friday CD deals 2025: These CD discounts are still alive and kicking - but it's your last chance to save
As the weekend of sales comes to an end, there are still plenty of bargains to be found - including box sets, classic albums and more
Black Friday streaming deals 2025: the best music, TV and movie streaming discounts from Paramount, Prime, Disney & more
The doors are closing on the Black Friday weekend - but you can still get top deals on TV, film & music streaming services
Black Friday record player deals 2025: The turntable deals are continuing but the sale is almost over
The Black Friday weekend is in its closing stages, but there's still time for you to grab a record player discount
Black Friday vinyl deals 2025: There's still time to grab vinyl for less, but you'll have to be fast
The Black Friday weekend is coming to an end, but if you're quick, you can still pick up LPs for an awesome price
Black Friday music deals 2025: It's your last chance to save on the Black Friday bargains
The Black Friday weekend deals will soon be coming to a close - but there's still just enough time to save on turntables, speakers, headphones, streaming services, Lego sets & more
Prime Day turntable deals 2025: It's the end of Big Deal Days but there's still bargains to be found
Prime Big Deal Days has ended for another year, but if you're quick, you can still land a neat saving or two on a top record player
Prime Day music deals 2025: Big Deal Days is over for another year but some sales are still going strong
The doors have closed on October Prime Day, but if you missed out on the big savings, you might still be able to score a bargain or two - but be quick
Best record players 2025: Top-flight turntables for every price bracket
Don’t know what record player to buy? I’ve collected a shortlist of my favourite turntables available today, from affordable automatics to hi-end, hi-fi highlights
Best vinyl record cleaners 2025: Our pick of the best brushes, cloths, fluids and machines for your vinyl
Keep your records in tip-top shape with our guide to the best cleaning tools and accessories for your vinyl collection
Prime Day Lego deals 2025: It's the 4th and final day of Prime savings - don't miss out on Lego Star Wars, Harry Potter, Marvel & more
Amazon Prime Day comes to an end tonight so it's your last chance to save on cut-price Lego sets. Here's out favourites that you can get for less right now - but be quick
I’d love to own this insane $499 ultrasonic vinyl record cleaner, but for now these are the sub-$20 vinyl care kits I’m considering in Amazon’s Prime Day sale
My vinyl collection is soon to be a skip-free zone…
How to watch Glastonbury 2025
How to watch Glastonbury 2025 live: Here's how to watch this year's festival from anywhere
How to watch Deftones at Glastonbury
Chino Moreno and co will play the Other Stage this year, their first Glasto performance since 1998 – here’s how you can watch their set no matter where you are
How to watch Weezer at Glastonbury
Rivers Cuomo and his geek rock cohorts will hit Glastonbury’s the Other Stage on Saturday afternoon - here’s how you can watch their set no matter where you are
Best festival tents 2025: Budget, pop-up and inflatable tents
No matter what festival you're planning on attending, keep dry and comfortable throughout the weekend with our pick of tents that'll suit every budget
