Review: Poppy – Negative Spaces
Poppy’s metal-leaning sixth album sees her deliver a cohesive and introspective record which could be her best yet.
Sêan Reid 15th November 2024
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Poppy’s metal-leaning sixth album sees her deliver a cohesive and introspective record which could be her best yet.
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