
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

How to watch highly anticipated new Sly & The Family Stone documentary Sly Lives!
By Scott Munro published
Ahmir “Questlove” Thompson’s film charting the creative legacy of Sly Stone starring Andre 3000, Chaka Khan, Q-Tip and Nile Rogers hits streaming services. Here’s how you can watch it right now

Best vinyl records to test your turntable in 2026: Essential albums to build out your collection
By Scott Munro, James Grimshaw last updated
Whether you’re upgrading your setup or new to vinyl, these records are must-plays for your new hi-fi

Now you’re playing with power! Lego level up the retro vibes with the new Lego Nintendo Game Boy
By Scott Munro published
The Nintendo Switch 2 might be on its way, but all I really want this year is the newly announced Lego Game Boy

Black Friday Lego deals 2024: You can still build a fabulous Lego bargain - even though Black Friday is over
By Scott Munro last updated
Wave goodbye to Black Friday but say hello to loads more amazing deals on Lego sets for all ages - here's our pick of the deals that are still live

Cyber Monday Lego deals 2024: Lego kits for little rockers up to adults are on still on sale - but get in quick
By Scott Munro last updated
The Cyber Monday Lego sales are officially over, but we've had a scan through and found some great discounts that are still live

These 25 Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals are still going strong - but you'll have to be quick to grab them
By Scott Munro published
Black Friday and Cyber Monday might be over for another year, but some price drops are still hanging around. Here's my pick of the best discounts

I never go to a gig without these earplugs and now they're 20% off for Cyber Monday, they're even better value
By Scott Munro published
The Loop Experience 2 earplugs are down below $30 this Cyber Monday - an essential for all gig-goers. Get them before the deal door slams shut

Converse go all-in with their massive Cyber Monday sale - up to 75% off almost everything in the US including Chucks & Run Star
By Paul Dimery last updated
With Cyber Monday coming to an end later today, Converse are offering huge discounts in the US and up to 40% off footwear in the UK

With 26% off the all-new Amazon Kindle Paperwhite, I've finally upgraded from my creaking 2012 model - and there's money off some brilliant books too
By Scott Munro published
With 26% off the all-new Amazon Kindle Paperwhite, I've finally upgraded from my creaking 2012 model - and there's money off some brilliant books too

Call The Mandalorian and tell him I have his Lego Razor Crest starship… and I got it with $184 off its market value
By Scott Munro published
Imperial Credits are not required to snaffle one of the most famous ships in the Lego Star Wars galaxy - get Mando’s pride and joy with a deep discount this Black Friday

3 free months of Amazon Music Unlimited just got even better - Audible now included with a sub
By Scott Munro published
Amazon Music Unlimited subscribers now get a free Audible audiobook per month - and you can currently get 3 months for free by signing up

I’ve just subscribed to Amazon Music Unlimited for 3 months free: Here’s why you should too
By Scott Munro published
I’ve taken advantage of 3 free months of Amazon Music Unlimited - here's what you need to know if you’ve yet to take the plunge

These ARE the droids you’re looking for: Save big on Lego Star Wars sets featuring C-3PO and R2-D2
By Scott Munro published
Black Friday is approaching faster than the Millennium Falcon doing the Kessel Run in less than 12 parsecs - but you can save a pile of Imperial Credits on these two Lego Star Wars favourites right now

12 ways to make your home more goth
By Scott Munro last updated
Celebrate All Hallows’ Eve every day of the year with my selection of ghoulish products from Etsy to add goth highlights to your home

House Of Marley start a Revolution with their new range of audio products
By Scott Munro published
House Of Marley reveal the Revolution turntable & speakers sound system, Zion true wireless earbuds and the Smile Jamaica mini true wireless earbuds

How to watch Ozzy Osbourne, Foreigner and Peter Frampton's induction into the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame this weekend
By Scott Munro published
The Prince Of Darkness, Foreigner and Peter Frampton are among this year's Rock Hall inductees - here’s how you can watch the ceremony live

Beatles documentary charting The Fab Four's first visit to the US is headed to Disney+ next month
By Scott Munro published
Produced by Martin Scorsese and directed by David Tedeschi, Beatles '64 explores the band's American debut - and will include never-before-seen footage

Nixon embrace grunge with new range of spectacular Nirvana watches
By Scott Munro published
Nixon, known for their Metallica, Rolling Stones & Grateful Dead timepieces and merch, release an eye-catching range of Nirvana watches

There's up to 30% off rock and metal t-shirts for October Prime Day: AC/DC, Guns N’ Roses, Pink Floyd & more
By Scott Munro published
It's the last day of Amazon's Big Deal Days, but there's still time to get your hands on discounted rock and metal t-shirts - up to 30% off

Amazon’s Prime Day CD & vinyl sale is loaded with cut-price rock, metal and prog - here’s my top 10 picks
By Scott Munro published
Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days event is now in full swing - here are my favourite CD and vinyl bargains you can grab on both sides of the Atlantic

How to watch Green Day perform on this weekend’s American Music Awards 50th Anniversary Special
By Scott Munro published
Green Day will celebrate the history of rock music at the AMA with their single Dilemma on this Sunday’s two-hour show

Green Day and UK coffee company Grind blend their talents to mark 20 years of American Idiot
By Scott Munro published
Green Day’s Punk Bunny Coffee brand join forces with Grind for relaunch of their popular Iced Matcha Latte and special-edition coffee tin in the UK

Billie Joe Armstrong helps Marshall launch the Monitor III A.N.C. headphones
By Scott Munro published
The Green Day frontman heads Marshall’s new campaign for the wireless Monitor III A.N.C. - a pair of headphones that boast 70 hours of playtime with noise cancellation activated

Don’t miss this epic Disney+ deal: Music docs, Star Wars, Marvel & more for just $1.99/£1.99 a month for three months
By Scott Munro published
Get access to the entire galaxy of Star Wars content, all things Marvel, music documentaries, family favourites and more for a new low price… but be quick

George Harrison’s Living In The Material World celebrates 50 years with special anniversary reissue
By Scott Munro published
George Harrison’s fourth studio album has been remixed from the original tapes and will include alternative takes, acoustic tracks and more - project overseen by Olivia and Dhani Harrison
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