Luke Barratt, Author at Cherwell

Luke Barratt rounds up the greatest ascents in culture

As our audiences grow, we must be mindful of the effect of our words, warns Luke Barratt

A Sainsbury's store has apologized after its advertising for '12 Years a Slave' caused controversy

Luke Barratt outlines three intriguing historical perspectives

Luke Barratt explores the cultural motif of selling one's soul - don't try this at home!

Luke Barratt considers the overwhelmingly visual nature of our cultural consumption

Recent comments from members of Warpaint reveal deeeper issues within the music industry, says Luke Barratt

Luke Barratt looks at the Geldof-led 80s upsurge in charity rock

Our fascination with reinvention is nothing new, says Luke Barratt

Luke Barratt explores the recent changes in how we consume media, and examines the implications of PokÃ©mon’s arrival on Netflix

Luke Barratt finds SOHN's dÃ©but shaky at best

Wild Beasts step out of the wilderness on their latest outing

Temples' brand of modern psychedelia, in its drive for reflection rather than imitation, makes for a masterpiece.

Cherwell's music critics look forward to this year's talented crop of artists

Luke Barratt considers our cultural conception of the word 'cool'

Luke Barratt talks music videos, Tumblr and the creative process with MS MR

Luke Barratt wonders whether authenticity matters in culture

Luke Barratt gets a quick dose of Oxford’s most exciting live act at Isis’s Cellar night

Luke Barratt talks songwriting and political apathy with the drunken folk singer

Luke Barratt is unexpectedly enthralled by Shady's best offering for years

Luke Barratt