Hal David had at least one strong advocate in our family, and he really was an integral part of so many of those classic hits 

Ted Kessler's memoir, Paper Cuts, is a great read on his time with publications such as NME and Q magazine

From the famed New York bar to the likes of the Arcadia in Cork and Dublin's Underground, so much talent seems to emerge from certain small venues

From the Buggles and ABC, to Rod Stewart and Frankie Goes To Hollywood, the Durham man's memoir has fascinating tales from the creation of some of his greatest hits 

Live and Dangerous stirred some controversy around how it was made, but the combination of Bowie's producer and the prowess of Phil Lynott and co ensures it still makes for great listening 

From Bowie's magnificent 1976 offering, through Dylan, Kate Bush and Lloyd Cole, some records apply a balm to our life’s experiences

Need to beat the January blues? Tom Dunne suggests booking your next getaway — with a musical twist

Bono was brilliant, and Kate Bush made a comeback, but the year was also overshadowed by the death of Cathal Coughlan 

Kendrick Lamar, Beth Orton and Gilbert O'Sullivan feature on my list of treasured listens from 2022  

The incredible Bridgers has managed to become a huge star while still feeling 'under the radar'. She's also the new queen of Christmas