From the hangover soothing Isobel Campbell and Mark Lanegan to the infectious dance inducing Crystal Castles, it’s day two of ATP’s Belle & Sebastian curated Bowlie 2.

Dirty Projectors + Bjork = Mount Wittenberg Orca
So, in a wet dream of musical collaborations, the Dirty Projectors have announced that they’re to start work on a project with Bjork!

Dirty Projectors at The Barbican in June
The Dirty Projectors have announced a live date at London’s Barbican… playing a special event with a 20-piece contemporary ensemble…

TLOBF Albums of 2009
It’s what you’ve all been waiting for folks… The year’s best albums according to us, The Line of Best Fit…

Dirty Projectors – Bitte Orca
Dave Longstreth’s extraordinary art pop project continues to confound and compel with an album embracing styles as diverse as chamber folk, African blues and R&B. James Dalrymple reviews.

Dirty Projectors – Scala, London, 02/04/09
Ama Chana’s a bit excited about seeing the Dirty Projectors live… it doesn’t matter than his friends all think they’re rubbish. Tonight, the vocal harmonies soar and inspire, even sounding a bit like Mariah Carey…

Dirty Projectors announce new album and UK tour
Dirty Projectors have announced their 5th album, their first for Domino, to be release in June, proceeded by a UK tour in March and April.
TLOBF Interview :: …And You Will Know Us By The Trail Of Dead
Jude Clarke caught up with art-noise supremo Conrad Keely, and got to hear his views on art, science, religion, musical inspiration, the joys of relocating to Brooklyn and much more.
Various Artists – Dark Was The Night
It’s a 31 track compilation of exclusive songs to benefit AIDS and HIV awareness. It might also be the greatest grouping yet of TLOBF-friendly artists.
‘Dark Was The Night’ – free download, and full tracklist
Download a track from the new 4AD compilation. ‘Knotty Pine’ by The Dirty Projectors and David Byrne is available inside. Plus info on how you can hear the whole 32 tracks before it’s 16th February release.
4AD release AIDS Charity album – Bon Iver, The National and Arcade Fire contribute
4AD Records and AIDS charity Red Hot have joined forces with Aaron and Bryce Dessner of The National to produce a whopping 32 track album of original material from all your favourite indie superstars.
Battles / Fuck Buttons / Dirty Projectors – London Astoria 14/05/08
A sonic feast for the ears, eyes and senses. Ama Chana witnesses a god-like triple bill at the Astoria.
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