Engineers, who released their third album last month, are embarking on a tour of the UK this very week. Recently bolstered by the addition of Daniel Land and Ulrich Schnauss, their music feels rejuvenated, fresher and more alive. I caught up with band leader Mike Peters to chew the fat on influences, record labels and selling out.

Engineers – In Praise of More
A sensual and laidback affair from Engineers, a delicate collection of songs that have at times an exquisite fragility.

Engineers announce first UK tour for five years
Engineers have announced a UK tour for November and December, their first for five years.

Engineers return In Praise of More
Engineers, one of our favourite new purveyors of shoegaze, have announced the release of their third album. It’ll be called In Praise of More and will be released on 4th October via Kscope. There’s been a line-up change as well. Dan McBean and Andrew Sweeney have left (“No arguments or disagreements prompted anyone to leave, [...]

TV On The Radio, Engineers and Dälek get busy on Steven Wilson remix album
The debut album from Porcupine Tree frontman Steven Wilson gets the remix treatment from the likes of David Sitek (TV On The Radio), Engineers and Dälek.

Engineers – Three Fact Fader
Three Fact Fader is a massively assured record from a band who clearly know exactly what they want and how to achieve it. This could be one of the best records you’ll hear this year. Sam Shepherd reviews.

TLOBF Interview :: Engineers
After taking a lengthy break and finding a label Engineers have finally released their new album ‘Three Fact Fader’. TLOBF’s Peter Bloxham met Mark from the band one warm summer afternoon as they were gearing up to support the release by playing their first concerts in two years.

Engineers return with new album
The Engineers are finally returning with a new album, having taken 2 years to record it!

Art Of Noise // Sonic Cathedral Recordings
Nat Cramp of Sonic Cathedral records creates a staggering 80 minute mix celebrating the “influences and inspirations” of the Shoegaze scene. This is essential stuff.
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