Revision music

When it comes to revision, I have to revise for hours on end, or I don't get any done at all. In this case I need an amazing soundtrack to keep me focused and motivated. Through this need, I've discovered the joy of full albums - that is, albums all the way through without shuffling or skipping any tracks or anything. With that in mind, here are some of my favourite albums to revise to. I've included links to them on Spotify or Youtube or in some cases the legal free downloads offered by the artist. Enjoy!




My Bloody Valentine - Loveless
Mmm, seminal shoegaze. Lots of lovely textures and dreamy vocals to get lost in. Flows like a dream.

Nine Inch Nails - The Slip
A few upbeat songs to get the blood pumping and your spiritis up, before NIN open up to a hypnotic instrumental second half. See also: Ghosts I-IV.

Boards of Canada - Geogaddi
I know it's a cliche to describe electronica as "taking you on a journey", but Geogaddi transports you to your own worst nightmare. I've yet to survive more than three quarters the way through.

Rage Against The Machine - Evil Empire
While listening to this one, imagine that Zack de la Rocha isn't in fact passionately rapping in favour of a new world order, but instead shouting words of encouragement. Then it'll make sense.

Forest Fire - Survival
Sure, they may be hipsters pretending to be a folk band - but what an act it is. And beautiful production, too.