With a musical heritage to rival most cities, Glasgow has been a hotbed of smashing bands (and a fair amount of rubbish too) for decades. Can new label Saraseto Record keep up the good work?
March, 2011
Death Cab For Cutie announce ‘Codes and Keys’, album art + tracklist
Death Cab For Cutie have announced the release of their new album Codes and Keys, due out via Atlantic on May 31.
The National and Suede to head up Latitude 2011
Edward Sharpe and the Magnetic Zeroes, Foals, Bright Eyes, Caribou, My Morning Jacket and Esben & the Witch are also confirmed for July’s three day music event in Suffolk.
Win! A chance to DJ at this months Ja Ja Ja Club Night with Team Me and Lucy Swann
Fancy yourself as a bit of a whizz behind the decks? Want to show off your love for all things Nordic? Want a bunch of your friends to come along and watch you bust out some insane scandi-pop? We answer your prayers inside.
TLOBF Interview // ceo
“No excuses, no looking back” – we talk with the mysterious Eric Berglund. Creative force of nature, founder of The Tough Alliance, Sincerely Yours and ceo. “Come what fucking may, I’ll dodge as fast as the wind, kick back hard as horse, or just don’t give a fuck.” – As you can see, he’s in fine form.
Photos: Still Corners – Glasslands Gallery, Williamsburg, NY 13/03/11
Our man in New York, Cory Smith, went along to shoot Still Corners’ first US show prior to their SXSW appearance and a seven date jaunt around the country.
Grails – Deep Politics
The dreaded phrase “hope you like our new direction” hovers heavy over Deep Politics, like some foreboding Bat-sign, signalling the return of a band who’ve decided to rip up the rulebook and toss the scraps into the winds.
The Chapman Family – Burn Your Town
This album is indie rock for those who still believe four guys with guitars can provide more than postures and incendiary interview copy. Because that’s certainly at the centre of what this band believe.
J Mascis – Several Shades of Why
The beauty of Several Shades of Why is just how unexpected it sounds coming after Dinosaur Jr’s two kick-ass comeback albums – it’s a homespun acoustic gem, on which Mascis stands more exposed than on anything else in his back catalogue.
Maybeshewill w/ Long Distance Calling, The Joiners, Southampton, 24/02/11
Maybeshewill and Long Distance Calling’s powerful sets at The Joiners restores Heather Steele’s faith in the Southampton gig scene, whilst demonstrating both band’s abilities to hold their audiences with their on-stage soundscapes.
SOTD #214 // Halls – Colossus
‘Colossus’ is built on the intoxicating mix of soporific electronica and beautiful melody that made Halls’ debut EP so exciting. The brand new track is today’s Song Of The Day.
The Dears – Degeneration Street
Degeneration Street, The Dears fifth studio record, sees them picking the finest fruit from the Canadian indie cherry tree, including an orchestral nod to the godly sound of Arcade Fire, writes Sharon Kean.
Monotonix – Cargo, London 06/03/11
Tel Aviv’s finest, Monotonix, play their last ever show at London’s Cargo. Adam Elmadhi was there to report on the chaos.
The Unthanks – Last
Mixing spectral desolation and stately grandeur, the latest album is mournful, bold and a worthy addition to The Unthanks’ undeniably impressive canon.
Listen To The Chemical Brothers Soundtrack For ‘Hanna’, ft. Stephanie Dosen
The Chemical Brothers have taken their first steps into the world of motion picture soundtracks – but from the quality on display here, let’s hope it’s the first of many. Stream the full album, which features a collaboration with Stephanie Dosen, inside.
The Line Of Best Fit Guide to SXSW 2011
Polly Mackey takes a look at some of the best parties and showcases happening at the 25th annual SXSW Music week in Austin, Texas.
