ONE DIRECTION Four

Four years ago, no one could have guessed the spectacular success five young boys put together on The X Factor could achieve, but achieve it they undoubtedly have. And now, for the fourth consecutive year, they have a new album out just in time for Christmas, imaginatively named Four.

Harry, Liam, Zayn, Niall and Louis present a grown-up version of their former selves, and with improved vocals and melodic rock sounds from the 1960s and 1970s, they’ve found the perfect balance that still delivers the catchy, radio-friendly melodies that never fail to prove popular with their millions of fans. After just one listen, you’ll be humming along as though you’ve known the new material for years. 9/10 – Emily Pawson