Time for a Christmas treat already? O alright then, we’ll give you the chance to get you hands on a pair of tickets to Bella Union’s Christmas show featuring Philip Selway, Peter Broderick, Alessi’s Ark and Lanterns on The Lake.

Peter Broderick – The Book She Wrote And In The Time (The Line of Best Fit Session)
Amongst the ornate interiors of St Giles Church in the heart of London’s West End, Peter Broderick gave us the charmingly awesome ‘The Book She Wrote And In The Time’ – something of an exclusive right now as it’s not yet available on any record.

Peter Broderick – How They Are
Peter Broderick uses this ‘stop-gap mini-album’ to draw from a new found focus on lyrics and surprisingly sparse compositions, adding another gem to his increasingly varied back catalogue.

The Leisure Society announce free concert in aid of charity compilation
The event will celebrate the release of Sing Me to Sleep – Indie Lullabies, available worldwide on May 18, 2010. During this all-ages child-friendly party, The Leisure Society, The Real Tuesday Weld and guests will perform their lullabies alongside original material as part of Arctic Circle’s Daylight Music Series.

New subscription based singles club launches: The Explorers Club
The Explorers Club: a series of special, one-off singles released once a month from 30 or so artists from the four corners of the globe.

Peter Broderick – 4 Track Songs
This is beautiful music and, whilst by no means a classic album – nor even a particularly great introduction to the man – it’s clear evidence that those gushing reviews are not going to stop.

Sigur Ros, Memory Tapes, The Leisure Society, The Antlers and more prep charity compilation…
‘Sing Me To Sleep’, a compilation from American Laundromat Records will feature some of todays best indie artists covering traditional & non-traditional childrens lullabies for charity.

Bella Union Week :: Peter Broderick vs. Laura Veirs
A discussion about recording, new albums, cats and cooking are what we get when Peter Broderick gets a chance to interview Laura Veirs.
Bella Union Week :: Dustin O’Halloran vs. Peter Broderick
Two composers, one conversation: O’Halloran vs. Broderick sparks some interesting discussions about “home”, influences, favourite dish to cook and whether he has synesthesia.
The Green Man Festival – Brecon Valley, 21st-23rd August 2009
TLOBF takes a trip to the Brecon Valley in Wales to witness one of the most impressive festival lineups 2009 has to offer.

Peter Broderick announces more UK shows, re-releases Home
Peter Broderick has announced a series of shows next month around the UK, plus Bella Union have announced a re-issue of the wonderful Home album complete with bonus material.

Bella Union takeover Bush Hall in September
Bella Union are taking over Bush Hall – one of London’s most prestigious venues – for a week in September with a string of shows showcasing their impressive roster of acts and associated bands.

Various Artists – Rough Trade Counter Culture 08
The annual staff handpicked compilation of the most exciting, offbeat and plain curious music to have emerged last year, from folk to dubstep to, um, shitgaze.
Steve Earle and more for End of The Road Festival 2009
The End of the Road festival has announced its first set of bands for this years event. And a very TLOBF friendly line-up it’s shaping up to be…
Peter Broderick tours UK next month
Peter Broderick has announced a UK tour for next month, taking in some great venues and appearing at a special Bella Union Valentines party!
TLOBF.COM :: 2008 Readers Choice Album Of The Year
This year, we’re getting YOU, yes, YOU the reader, to vote for the albums YOU think are the best 2008 had to offer. There is a massive prize up for grabs too!
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- Kanye West and Jay-Z rumoured to be appearing in Shoreditch today
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