The experimental Manchester band are back after a three year gap between albums. Jude Clarke thinks that this convincing, and often danceable, blend of emotion and alienation was well worth the wait.
July, 2009
[Video] The Wind Whistles: ‘Turtle’
The Wind Whistles are about to go on tour in support of their recent ‘Animals Are People Too’, the first of two albums they plan to release this year. In the meantime, the band have just released this video for the song ‘Turtle’.
The Dead Weather – Horehound
Another Jack White spin-off supergroup? Yup, but don’t worry, this one is definitely better than The Raconteurs… Daniel Offen reviews.
Invada Invasion in Bristol with Geoff Barrow
Worlds collide in Bristol on 26 September when Invada – the label run by Portishead’s Geoff Barrow – stages a one-day takeover of Bristol’s newly re-launched Colston Hall.
First Aid Kit hit Summer Sessions
First Aid Kit are asking YOU to help them decide on songs for them to cover whilst their out and about touring the festival circuit this summer!
Part Chimp to release ‘Thriller’ in September
Euphoric noise rockers Part Chimp return this year with Thriller, their third studio album which is scheduled for release in September
TLOBF Interview :: St Vincent
“I can’t see the future but I know it’s got big plans for me.” Judging by the coy smiles and avoided looks it seems that, as predicted, the musical world is now Annie Clarks oyster.
Pocketbooks – Flight Paths
Pocketbooks are extremely capable of delivering big thrills at half their average speed; if they keep rushing around, they’re bound to run out of energy eventually…
Loop Festival – Brighton, 11th-12th July 2009
The Nordic nations laid claim to Brighton’s Loop festival, armed with lasers, troll costumes, and even a shaky pineapple. Brighton resident Ro Cemm takes in all of the action.
Future Of The Left – The Garage, London 10/07/09 [Photos]
Our Italian Stallion (sorry) Valerio Berdini had a mesmerising experience at last Friday’s highly intimate Future Of The Left show at The Garage. Check out the great black & white shots inside!
[Video] Enter Shikari: ‘No Sleep Tonight’
Enter Shikari will release their new single ‘No Sleep Tonight’ on August 17th. The single is taken from their recently released album ‘Common Dreads’ and comes with remixes from The Qemists, Mistabishi and Lightsgoblue.
Here We Go Magic – Madame Jo Jo’s, London 07/07/09
The dancefloor and stalls are left fittingly spellbound tonight by Here We Go Magic’s live show. Majestic and profoundly moving stuff from a bewitching unit who must surely play the UK more often.
Tobacco – Fucked Up Friends
A side project from Black Moth Super Rainbow, but Tobacco is worthy of investigation with their quasi-cinematic approach.
Hop Farm Festival 2009
Chris Marling braved the poor Hop Farm line-up, but managed to enjoy a blazing hot weekend with hardly any queuing for beer or food. Marvellous.
TLOBF Interview :: Engineers
After taking a lengthy break and finding a label Engineers have finally released their new album ‘Three Fact Fader’. TLOBF’s Peter Bloxham met Mark from the band one warm summer afternoon as they were gearing up to support the release by playing their first concerts in two years.
frYars announces debut long-player
frYars is ready to reveal his debut album, entitled Dark Young Hearts, and it will see the light of day in September.
