Probably one of TLOBF’s favourite bands, and can do no wrong, Islet have issued a video for the track ‘Ringerz’ that appears on the latest Extended Player Wimmy
October, 2010
SOTD #153 // Gauntlet Hair: ‘Out, Don’t…’
The swell of shimmering guitars giving way to echoing vocals is almost vitriolic in intensity, and comparisons to No Age or Japandroids can now extend beyond the meaningless fact that all bands involved are duos.
Wire release the Red Barked Tree in January
Wire have announced they’re to release a new album next year.
The Twilight Sad – XOYO, London 7/10/2010
Without that considerable advantage, the band decide to go all out – their live show is a cacophony of noise that barely lets up for the full hour they’re on stage. Comparatively speaking – somewhat bizarrely – with the industrial techno dance noise core whateverthefuck of Fuck Buttons.
Dexys Midnight Runners – Searching For The Young Soul Rebels (30th Anniversary Issue)
“A soul group with a brass section, and all looking good”. On its 30th anniversary, one of the greatest debuts of all time gets a well deserved re-release.
Villagers w/ Cate Le Bon – Scala, London 05/10/10
If you have found your self in any way under whelmed by Villagers Mercury nominated debut, or indeed overwhelmed by the very connotations of the nomination itself then seeing the young Conor O’Brien perform live is the recommended remedy.
Brian McBride – The Effective Disconnect
Brian McBride’s latest album is the soundtrack to a documentary about vanishing bees…
TLOBF Interview // Gold Panda
Jen Long speaks to Gold Panda and tries to decipher the clues that make up his immense music.
Darkstar – North
Now working as a three piece Darkstar unleash their eagerly anticipated debut album on Hyperdub.
It’s Deerhoof vs. Evil in January 2011
Deerhoof have confirmed plans to release a new album next year!
War Child – We Were So Turned On: A Tribute to David Bowie
Tiffany Daniels on how not to arrange a David Bowie tribute.
Porcelain Raft announces debut single, set for release via Acéphale
A former Song Of The Day (#78, fact fans) the wondrous ‘Tip Of Your Tongue’ has been announced as Porcelain Raft’s debut single, set for release via New York boutique label Acéphale on November 8.
Jailbreak (Heather Leigh Murray & Chris Corsano) – Corner House, Cambridge 14/10/2010
The Jailbreak duo create a stormy whirlwind of improvisation that’s a joy to witness according to Rich Hughes.
SOTD #152 // Superman Revenge Squad: ‘Fairweather Friends’
Come To Me, Son Of Jor-El! Kneel Before Zod! The dark humour and exceptional musicianship of Superman Revenge Squad have returned.
Jon Thorne & Danny Thompson – Watching the Well
Watching the Well is not only a tribute to a great musician, but a love letter to an instrument.
