Fangs-a-lot; here’s another vampire inspired compilation. But does this one actually suck? Amy Pay decides.
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Elliott Smith – An Introduction To Elliott Smith
Seven years after Elliott Smith’s death Domino have put together an introductory package for those not yet won over by his lo-fi charms.

InMe – Phoenix: The Best Of InMe
Remember InMe? Amy Pay finds they’ve been busy over the last few years, making line-up changes and honing their sound on the touring circuit…

Interpol – Interpol
Interpol is the last album from the band to feature bassist Carlos D, who announced his departure in March after the album’s completion. It also brings a return to the dark sound of their earlier days, this time in an engulfing and atmospheric way.

Mt. St. Helens Vietnam Band – Where The Messengers Meet
The family-come-band return with more of their self-branded “chaotic energy”, still latching onto their experimental ways but loosening their grasp on the reigns of indie-punk.

Arcade Fire – The Suburbs
On the whole, The Suburbs is slightly less oppressive than Neon Bible, turning to a state of reflection on childhood accompanied by a hugely varied array of styles and influences.

Bombay Bicycle Club – Flaws
Bombay Bicycle Club’s brave move out of their comfort zone (despite only being on their second full-length release), shows off their sheer talent and creativity, according to Amy Pay.

TLOBF Interview // Tokyo Police Club
Fresh from their Euro tour and the release of second album Champ, Amy Pay caught up with Newmarket, Ontario’s finest.

Born Ruffians – Say It
Can Born Ruffians follow up their debut with more of the same? Amy Pay’s not so sure…

Foals – Total Life Forever
Total Life Forever isn’t unbearably commercial, nor is it a car crash of discombobulated tings and booms. It’s a surprisingly feel-good album that has enough of what made Foals appealing in the first place; it’s simply a bit more accessible and uplifting.

The Pack AD – We Kill Computers
The Pack A.D. have wrestled the challenge of taking a new direction to the ground and defeated it to craft a mighty, loud rock-a-thon.

Operator Please – Gloves
Things have changed since Operator Please released their debut… the question is, are they still relevant? Amy Pay reviews.

Mixtapes & Cellmates – Rox
Ditching their previous sounds for something more pop-like, Mixtape & Cellmates return with their latest.

Emanuel and The Fear – Listen
Listen presents Emanuel and the Fear as a loud, unpredictable orchestra of skilled and varying musicians crafting anything-but-ordinary songs.

Lostprophets – The Betrayal
Amy Pay believes that The Betrayal is an addictive and heartfelt album, showing Lostprophets at the top of their game.

Lightspeed Champion – Life Is Sweet! Nice To Meet You
Musically, Life Is Sweet! Nice To Meet You is a fine example of how to prolong success after a well-acclaimed debut release. Sadly, Hynes fails to move forward lyrically in the same way. Amy Pay reviews.
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