
Scott Munro
Scott has spent 35 years in newspapers, magazines and online as an editor, production editor, sub-editor, designer, writer and reviewer. Scott joined our news desk in the summer of 2014 before moving into e-commerce in 2020. Scott keeps Louder’s buyer’s guides up to date, writes about the best deals for music fans, keeps on top of the latest tech releases and reviews headphones, speakers, earplugs and more for Louder. Over the last 10 years, Scott has written more than 11,000 articles across Louder, Classic Rock, Metal Hammer and Prog. He's previously written for publications including IGN, Sunday Mirror, Daily Record and The Herald, covering everything from daily news and weekly features, to tech reviews, video games, travel and whisky. Scott's favourite bands are Fields Of The Nephilim, The Cure, New Model Army, All About Eve, The Mission, Cocteau Twins, Drab Majesty, The Tragically Hip, Marillion and Rush.
Latest articles by Scott Munro

Best budget turntables 2025: Our pick of the best-sounding, wallet-friendly record players on the market
By Tom Parsons last updated
You don't have to spend a fortune to get an excellent record player - here are my top 6 picks that offer awesome audio at an affordable price

Black Friday MP3 player deals 2025: The MP3 revival is real - and we have the best early deals
By Scott Munro published
Are you thinking of picking up an MP3 player this Black Friday? If so, we'll have all the best discounts from all the big brands

How to watch the Mercury Prize album of the year 2025... from anywhere
By Scott Munro published
Pulp, Wolf Alice and Fontaines D.C. are among the artists on this year's shortlist. Here's how you can catch the action, no matter where you are

Black Friday CD deals 2025: Here's how you can stack up on a pile of CDs for less this year
By Scott Munro last updated
Black Friday is coming in fast - and there's going to be huge savings on CD box sets, classic albums, live discs and more. Here's everything you need to know

Black Friday CD player deals 2025: Treat your growing CD collection to a brand new player
By Scott Munro last updated
There's still a healthy demand for CD players and Black Friday will be the perfect time to grab a new unit. Here's everything you need to know

Black Friday streaming deals 2025: How to get the best bang for your buck streaming deal
By Scott Munro last updated
Black Friday always brings excellent deals on TV, film & music streaming services - here's what you need to know before the sales officially get under way

Black Friday record player deals 2025: Everything you need to know ahead of the big turntable discounts
By Chris Barnes last updated
Black Friday will be the perfect time to grab yourself a record player discount - get up to speed before the big day arrives next month

Black Friday vinyl deals 2025: Here's how you can best prepare for all the LP discounts coming next month
By Scott Munro last updated
Black Friday is hurtling towards us and it's going to be a great time to pick up some discounted vinyl box sets, limited edition pressings and more. Here's everything you need to know

Black Friday music deals 2025: Everything you need to know ahead of the Black Friday sales... and some early deals too
By Scott Munro last updated
The annual Black Friday sales will take place next month - and Louder will be on-hand once again to bring you all the best bargains as they happen

15 of the best Prime Day deals for music fans are still available - grab them before they're gone
By Scott Munro published
Amazon Prime Big Deal Days might be over for another year, but I’ve found 15 of my favourite deals that are still live - but you’ll have to be quick to get them

Prime Day turntable deals 2025: It's the end of Big Deal Days but there's still bargains to be found
By Scott Munro last updated
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
By Scott Munro last updated
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

There's still time to tie up the Loose Ends in your Springsteen collection this Prime Day with 27% off this epic 9LP vinyl box set - but the clock is ticking
By Scott Munro last updated
Tracks II: The Lost Albums features tracks recorded by The Boss between 1983-2018 and contains 82 previously unreleased songs - but this deal is coming to an end soon

Amazon still has hundreds of rock & metal t-shirts on sale for Prime Day - but you'll have to be quick to get one
By Scott Munro last updated
There's just hours to go in the Prime Big Deal Days sales event, so if you see a tee you like, throw it into your basket

It's your last chance to get Louder's no.1 live music earplugs for less this Prime Day - save up to 25% on the 4.5 star-rated Loop Experience 2
By Scott Munro published
With Amazon Prime Big Deal Days coming to an end soon, there's just enough time to grab the Loop Experience 2 for less in the US and UK

This Amazon Prime Video sale is a killer with up to 50% off classic horror flicks - grab yours for an early Halloween treat
By Scott Munro published
Prime members can enjoy money off favourites including Hellboy, Hellraiser, 28 Days Later & more - and US customers can also get a special deal on Qello Concerts

The odds of finding a better Lego Star Wars deal this Prime Day? Approximately 3,720 to 1 - save 30% on this C-3PO lego set
By Scott Munro published
Embrace your inner Chewbacca and help rebuild C-3PO again in this epic Lego Stars Wars deal

How to watch new Paramount documentary Ozzy: No Escape From Now - no matter where you are
By Scott Munro last updated
Produced in collaboration with the Osbourne family, new feature-length film is said to take a “brave, unvarnished” look at the rock legend's life

How to watch new BBC documentary Ozzy Osbourne: Coming Home, from anywhere
By Scott Munro last updated
The 60-minute special filmed between 2022-2025 focuses on Ozzy and Sharon's return to the UK and the preparations for that legendary final show at Villa Park

Nixon just dropped a brand new Nirvana watch - here's how you can save 10% on it right now
By Scott Munro published
Nixon add the Special Edition Sentry Wobble to their Nirvana watch range - and it’s available right now in the US and UK

Best Bluetooth speakers under $100/£100 in 2025: Elevate your listening without breaking the bank
By Paul Dimery last updated
The best quality budget Bluetooth speakers around that deliver great audio for less - the best budget boomboxes from Anker, Amazon, JBL and more

Best record players 2025: Top-flight turntables for every price bracket
By Tom Parsons last updated
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

How to watch Amyl & The Sniffers at Reading and Leeds - from anywhere
By Scott Munro published
After a blistering set at Glastonbury, Amyl & The Sniffers will hit the Reading and Leeds festivals this weekend - here's how you can catch the action

C'mon! Here's how to watch Limp Bizkit at Reading and Leeds festival - from anywhere in the world
By Scott Munro last updated
Limp Bizkit will play this weekend's Reading and Leeds festivals - and you'll be able to watch Fred Durst and co no matter where you are

How to watch Reading & Leeds 2025 live: Limp Bizkit, Bring Me The Horizon, Chappell Roan and more set for this weekend
By Scott Munro last updated
The annual Reading & Leeds festivals have officially kicked off - here's how you can enjoy the music from the comfort of your living room... no matter where you are
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