Having released their debut single in 2008, it’s high-time Rayographs set about releasing their debut album.
January, 2011
She Keeps Bees unveil new album, UK tour
Brooklyn duo She Keeps Bees have unveiled details of their new album.
Fleet Foxes reveal second album, free download
After several months of heightened expectations and rumours, Fleet Foxes have revealed details of their second album and are offering the title track up for free.
Esben and the Witch – Violet Cries
Violet Cries’ belated appeal and lack of versatility may prove to be too vexing for some, but for those willing to keep scratching away at the surface the detachment will disappear before your nail does.
White Noise Sound – White Noise Sound
White Noise Sound are truly architects of both tone and temper, crafting a hazy sonic wonderland that is just as easy to get lost in as it is to get swept away by. Erik Thompson reviews.
Lower Dens to support Deerhunter on March tour
Following the release of their understated debut last year, Baltimore’s Lower Dens have announced they will be stepping out on tour with Deerhunter.
TLOBF Introducing // The Head And The Heart
If you are tired of waiting for a new Fleet Foxes album, Seattle’s newest folk-pop lovelies The Head And The Heart may just make you swoon – just as they did to Sub Pop.
[Photos] Kristin Hersh – Bloomsbury Theatre, London 24/1/11
Ace music photographer Steve Asenjo sent us photos from the Bloomsbury Theatre last week where, where Kristin Hersh, performed words and music from her memoir, ‘Paradoxical Undressing’.
[Premier] Jensen Sportag: ‘Everything Good’
Here’s the first single to be lifted from Jensen Sportag’s sassy new EP Pure Wet. Breathy vocals, smooth compressed beats and a production sheen straight outta 1984 devours every last second of ‘Everything Good’.
Erland & The Carnival: ‘Map Of An Englishman’
Haunting and captivating, Erland & The Carnival’s new video for track ‘Map Of An Englishman’ was inspired by a Grayson Perry painting of the same name.
Architecture in Helsinki release new album, UK tour
Architecture in Helsinki return with their first album in four years and UK live dates.
Bob Geldof – How To Compose Popular Songs That Will Sell
How To Compose Popular Songs That Will Sell is a much deeper record than the title might have you believe. Themes of love, religion, society, and introspection permeate the lyrics which are thoughtful in delivery. Slavko Bucifal wholeheartedly recommends.
Twin Atlantic – The Haymakers, Cambridge 25/01/11
Is this the last time that new Scottish rockers Twin Atlantic play in a venue as small as The Haymakers? John Skibeat heads along to find out.
Lykke Li: ‘I Follow Rivers’
The latest single to be taken from the eagerly awaited new album Wounded Rhymes. Lykke will play a special one-off London show at Rough Trade East on February 28. Details on how to obtain entry can be found inside.
It’s Lovely To Be Here: The touring diaries of a Scottish gent by James Yorkston
Fife musician James Yorkston’s debut literary effort is entertaining and comely, introducing us to the charming, temperamental person behind the music. TLOBF Recommended.
The Go! Team – Rolling Blackouts
The Go! Team certainly have a talent for getting you up and dancing against your own free-will and with Rolling Blackouts they’ve successfully done it again. Never trying to break the mold in terms of being innovative but it’s sure to give you enough school spirit to beat the rival team.
