Album review: Blur make a welcome return with The Ballad of Darren

Mature and affecting, The Ballad of Darren is a worthy successor to the band's earlier glories 
Damon Albarn and Blur working on The Ballad Of Darren. Picture:  Reuben Bastienne-Lewis 

Damon Albarn and Blur working on The Ballad Of Darren. Picture:  Reuben Bastienne-Lewis 

Fri, 21 Jul, 2023 - 02:00
Ed Power

  • Blur
  • The Ballad of Darren
  • ★★★★☆

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