Alexis Petridis
Chief pop and rock critic at the Guardian with expertise in music journalism and reviews; here he outlines notable albums, tours and festival picks for the season.
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Mar 27, 2026 • 33min
Spring break: Culture worth catching this season
Hannah J Davies, Guardian TV critic who highlights standout UK and US dramas. Alexis Petridis, Chief pop and rock critic who spots essential albums, tours and festival picks. Catherine Shoard, Guardian film editor who flags buzzy studio and indie cinema. They chat nostalgia trends, high‑profile casting and sequels, bold albums and festival must-sees, liminal horror, family films and spring tour recommendations.
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Oct 10, 2025 • 32min
From boom to backlash: has Taylor Swift lost her touch?
Laura Snapes, Deputy Music Editor at The Guardian, and Alexis Petridis, Chief Pop and Rock Critic, dive into the backlash surrounding Taylor Swift's latest album. They unpack the mixed critical reactions and explore controversial marketing tactics, like multiple vinyl variants criticized for exploiting superfans. The duo also critiques the album's musical quality, noting its derivative sounds. Finally, they discuss Swift's evolution as an industry powerhouse and speculate on her creative future, hinting at potential themes of marriage and motherhood.
