John Brainlove picks apart the BBC Sound Of 2010 shortlist. Who comes up trumps, and who ends up looking like a special needs jogger..? Find out inside.
January, 2010
Swans to return!
Michael Gira has confirmed that Swans will return with their gothic noise rock, though without the services of original member Jarboe
Lou Barlow unveils solo dates
In support of his excellent new solo album, Goodnight Unknown, Lou Barlow has announced a series of solo live dates across Europe.
Field Music w/ Lawrence Arabia – Hoxton Bar & Kitchen, London 07/01/10
Field Music possess an eclectism to their songwriting that puts them head and shoulders above most of their UK contemporaries. But can they cut the mustard live?
Pulled Apart By Horses announce UK tour
Pulled Apart By Horses start their 2010 as main support for Glassjaw on select dates this month. The band will also head out on their own headline shows in February.
Blockhead – The Music Scene
Whether it be to a chilled out haven in your mind or even to sleep, you get the feeling that Anthony ‘Tony‘ Simon would be happy either way on The Music Scene.
Spencer Krug makes a Moonface
Wolf Parade and Sunset Rubdown man Spencer Krug makes his 20 minute available for a donation, and invites you to share his dreams
The Besnard Lakes return with new album, tour and free single
Montreal’s The Besnard Lakes return with a new album, European tour and a free downloadable single. Full details inside.
Liars announce star-studded bonus CD with new album
Liars have announced details of an expanded edition of their eagerly awaited fifth studio album, Sisterworld.
Daytrotter to launch online label
Daytrotter, the successful live sessions blog, has confirmed it will branch out, launching a setup that will allow bands to sell their live recordings.
The Micragirls – Wild Girl Walk
With psychedelic keyboard lines, fuzz guitars and more enthusiasm than a kid at Christmas, it’s hard not to get wrapped up in Micragirls’ world. It may not be the most groundbreaking album you’ll hear this year, but that’s not always the point, is it.
Ja Ja Ja :: Mini-documentary ft. I Was A King, Kira Kira, TV Off
For those of you keen to find out a little bit more about Ja Ja Ja – London’s newest (and only) Nordic club night which TLOBF proudly sponsor every month, check out the mini documentary inside.
Peter Gabriel to release new album, play O2 dates
Peter Gabriel will release his Scratch My Back album project in February, and play two dates at London’s O2 Arena in March. More details within…
Jesca Hoop – Hunting My Dress
Hunting My Dress is a collection of exquisite tracks, haunting and pounding and rhythmic throughout says Lewis Denby about Jesca Hoop’s sophomore effort.
Fin Fang Foom – Monomyth
Admittedly there’s nothing particularly groundbreaking here, but the moments of pain, aggression and elation are handled so perfectly that Fin Fang Foom still delight more often than not.
Ja Ja Ja :: Leaves
Another month, another line-up of outstanding Nordic talent heading to the capital as Ja Ja Ja returns to The Lexington on 21st January.
