Where Clap Your Hands Say Yeah demanded neck hairs stand to attention, Hysteria – much like previous record Some Loud Thunder – seldom even gets close. Jake May reviews the dissapointing third from the former hipster band of choice.
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Hymns from Nineveh – Hymns from Nineveh
For those who look for music to grip you by the shoulders and shake you silly, this isn’t for you. But for those wanting their music to be delicate, artistically beautiful, and emotionally affecting should look no further than Hymns from Nineveh.
The Grave Architects – Love Reaction
A dull, lifeless, confusing and at times nearing offensive mash of pop, folk, country, rock, and rap. Quite what Nottingham formed, London based The Grave Architects are aiming for with debut effort Love Reaction is something difficult to grasp says Jake May.
Label Profile #7 // Shape Records
Based in Cardiff, Shape was started in 2006 by brothers Mark, Lee, and John Thomas with the original aim of releasing their band’s material. Four years have passed and things have changed. Mark and John make up half of Islet and Shape is now run by Mark and Lee alone. Jake May talks to the founders about their exciting happenings…