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And here comes Huw, who's been with us for some time now, serving delicious hot drinks and snacks as well as imparting great music recommendations in the Swansea shop. His enthusiasm and knowledge across genres is hard-matched and we appreciate everything he's done this year (I'm sure you all do too!) And here are shout outs to the releases that only just missed out being in the ten, and are worth your time: Jon Hopkins Ritual [Electronica]; English Teacher This Could Be Texas [Indie]; Kelly Finnigan A Lover Was Born [Soul]; Common Suits Cinema 3000 [Soul/Funk/Electronic]; Jessica Pratt Here In...

Amanda has been with us for around six months (at least, sorry, I don't keep tabs on these things and my memory is awful! - Rich) and has been such a great member of the Tangled team. Super friendly and knowledgeable in all things metal, alt rock, country, pop and even more! Unfortunately she'll be leaving us early next year, but not without letting us and you know her musical gems of 2024. So here are her top ten rotations over the past twelve months, in no particular order, and there's a variety of genres/styles to put your ear to. Thank...

The man who needs no introduction, Matt, the creator and pillar of Tangled Parrot - since the year 2000! [This is Rich writing these intros if you hadn't realised, Matt's not pumping himself up, don't worry] Matt's done and contributed so much to local music scenes, putting on local and non-local acts (even from overseas!), and with the help and recommendations he can give to customers of the shop. I'm sure countless people like myself tie a lot of bands to Matt through him introducing them. The guy is a legend. Here's to another year and hope we get to...

Thank you to everyone who visited or bought from us through the year, it's been a huge help through these troubling times (for everyone). It truly means the world to us! See you next year! Here are Matt's top picks, in no particular order. VIAGRA BOYS - CAVE WORLD Genre: Noise Rock/Alternative RockSongs: Big Boy, Punk Rock Loser, Ain't No Thief.Label: Year0001 Didn’t take to Sweden’s Viagra Boys straight away. Was recommended them when discovered Amyl and the Sniffers and they didn’t have that directness, which I now appreciate - a bit like the punk rock of Fucked Up - they’re...