A funny band Franz Ferdinand… Liked by everyone, loved by no-one. Or so Adam Nelson thinks. Their new album is here, but have they still kept the pop hooks and danceable grooves?
January, 2009
…And You Will Know Us By The Trail Of The Dead: announce new album, tour
The awesome rock behemoths …And You Will Know Us By The Trail Of The Dead have announced details of their new album and a gigantic tour to coincide.
Silver Jews split!
The Silver Jews have split! David Berman writes note! Hearts break across the Globe…
Bon Iver – Blood Bank EP
Originally published as an early doors piece last year, heres your chance to revisit the review for ‘Blood Bank’ which went on general release this week via Jagjaguwar.
[Download] TLOBF Playlist #1.09
The monthly mixtape is back, bigger and better than ever. Everything contained within is TLOBF Certified for maximum enjoyment, from the Swedish pop of Loney dear, the thrilling guitar romps of Copy Haho to the accordion fuelled folk of Dark Dark Dark, there’s something for everyone!
GSPIDER and Farah – Bruise Colour Blue E.P.
Three original tracks of slightly depressing alternative electronica. One identikit remix of the first slightly depressing electronica track. Sounds like an exciting prospect, doesn’t it? Sean Bamberger reviews.
On Song :: Wintersleep
It’s 2009! It’s time for a new feature! We get one of the hotly tipped acts of 2009 to get involved with our new musical answer to 20 Questions…
Antony and The Johnsons – The Crying Light
“The Crying Light is a remarkably beautiful yet powerful work by an extraordinary artist; a subtle, meditative tour de force”. Ro Cemm goes goey eyed for the latest from Antony & Co.
Gregor Samsa return to the UK, as of tomorrow!
Gregor Samsa make their long-awaited return to the UK this month as part of their extensive European tour. The tour starts tomorrow in Leeds and results in a show at one of London’s finest venues; The Luminaire.
The Story Of – Until The Autumn
A standard jangly indie rock combo whose pleasant dreamy sound is nowhere near as eclectic or interesting as they would like to lead you to believe.
Suburban Kids With Biblical Names return! Brand new song inside!
Rejoice! Suburban Kids with Biblical Names have (finally!) finished their first new release in over three years. Get details and download ’1999′ inside!
Menahan Street Band – Make The Road By Walking
Sampled by Jay Z, and with members who play with Antibalas, The Dap Kings, Amy Winehouse and Mark Ronson, The Menahan Street Band finally release there debut album. But is their uniquely New York take on Jazz, Reggae, Funk and R and B too cool for school?
Crystal Antlers gain ‘Tentacles’ this April
Crystal Antlers have announced further details of their new album plus a load of UK live dates for the next three months.
Yeah Yeah Yeah’s reveal new album title
The Yeah Yeah Yeahs have announced the title, but not the release date, for their new album via their website.
Young Husband to support Emmy The Great
Lo-fi, psychedelic noiseniks Younghusband are to support Emmy The Great on her forthcoming UK tour. The Watford-based band will be playing on all 23 dates next month.
