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Unpredictable in a sense yet lyrically heartfelt down to each and every last syllable, Nude is a multi-dimensional collection of songs marking The Irrepressibles' arrival as serious contenders.»
Today, the Manic Street Preachers release the 20th anniversary edition of their debut long player 'Generation Terrorists'. To mark the occasion, DiS has christened today "Manics Monday"...»
With just one limited edition single and a recently released EP to their name, such prophecies of all encompassing greatness are a tad premature to say the least. »
It's fair to say that any record containing songs with titles like 'Transcendent Blue', 'While You're Sleeping I'm Dreaming' and 'Heavenly Bodies' will immediately be jettisoned into shoegaze corner, regardless of what it sounds like. »
Summer may be over, but there's still a vibrant buzz in the air as far as Drowned In Sound's man in Nottingham is concerned. Here's the latest on what's happening in and around the East Midlands at the minute, starting with a celebratory toast to the city's first ever number one solo artist... »
The Complete BBC Sessions doesn't tell the whole story of Cud, but as an introduction to one of the most unique bands to grace these shores since punk's self-implosion, it's an essential purchase.»
Currently on a whistle stop world tour of promotional engagements; today's brief sojourn in England being his sixth country in seven days; DiS caught up with Interpol's Paul Banks in a central London hotel.»
Lonerism marks Tame Impala's arrival as a genuine force to be reckoned with, and even if at times there's a feeling Kevin Parker's trying to cram too many ideas into one piece, it's a record that will undoubtedly be used as a benchmark for guitar music of the near future. »
Last weekend (13th & 14th October), DiS made the long journey to Mexico City via New York for the third annual Corona Capital music festival since its conception in 2010. Featuring a mixture of internationally acclaimed acts such as Suede, New Order, Franz Ferdinand and Florence & The Machine alongside a selection of up-and-coming Mexican artists, this year's line-up bordered on the stellar side compared to many of its European counterparts. Here's what we had to say about our trans-Atlantic trek to North America...»
No strangers to controversy, or indeed extended periods at the top of the hit parade when it was a requirement to sell at least one hundred thousand records to gatecrash the top ten, The Stranglers have seen and done the lot.»
DiS goes to the Devil's Arse to celebrate Jack Daniel's birthday, drinks its bodyweight in liquor, and watches live sets by Tribes, Mystery Jets, The Vaccines and Palma Violets for its sins...»
Last month, DiS caught up with Paul Marshall aka Lone Wolf in a field at the Leeds Festival. Here's what he had to say... »
With a new album expected to be ready sometime in the new year and a tour of Brazil in the offing beforehand, it's clear to see Stephen Lawrie and The Telescopes are far from being a spent force just yet.»
Moon Duo make business as usual seem like an enjoyable pastime rather than a laborious chore. »
Last month saw the release of Band Of Horses fourth album, Mirage Rock. On tour once more from now until the early part of next year, DiS caught up with frontman and founder member Ben Bridwell during a rare break from playing live.»
DiS caught up with Andy Bell during an extended break where the discussion switched from the making of both Nowhere and Going Blank Again, to his disillusionment with music after disbanding Hurricane #1, to working with the Gallaghers and the questions everyone keeps asking; will Ride and Oasis ever reform and take to the stage one more time. »
One constant throughout Thee Oh Sees' 15-year-career is that you never quite know what to expect next.»
LuvU4Lyf is a pristine introduction to the darkly perverse world of Manchester's Pins. »
If you hadn't already guessed, A Place To Bury Strangers are in town and judging by the startled expressions on the faces of the Harley's bar staff, their soundcheck has already left a lasting impression.»
Mention the name Ringo Deathstarr and it's fair to say the words 'My', 'Bloody' and 'Valentine' won't be far behind.»
All of us here at Drowned In Sound have engaged in something of a love-love relationship with Brooklyn sonic nihilists A Place To Bury Strangers ever since their self-titled first record landed on the doormat some five years ago. »
Last weekend, DiS headed across the channel to the virtually tax-free haven that is Jersey. Here's what we saw and heard for our sins...»
What makes Stealing Sheep so appealing is the timeless nature of their music.»
As a contestant on The X Factor in 2010, Aiden Grimshaw lasted six weeks...»
Anyone expecting or at least wanting Gemini part two shouldn't be too disappointed.»
Livers barely in tact and sleep a forgotten pastime, Drowned In Sound's Daniel O'Dell and Dom Gourlay bring you their hits and misses from the final day at this year's Leeds Festival. »
Having survived day one of this year's Leeds Festival, Drowned In Sound's men on the frontline Daniel O'Dell and Dom Gourlay are back with a round-up of the good and not so good happenings from the second day. »
It's August Bank Holiday weekend and it's raining, which can only mean one thing: Leeds Festival. While this year's line-up can best be described as a mixed bag, it hasn't deterred DiS from turning out in force. Here, Daniel O'Dell and Dom Gourlay describe some of the highs and lows from the first day's festivities. »
One of the annual highlights of the DiS festival calendar is the Summer Sundae Weekender. Held in the grounds of Leicester's De Montfort Hall and surrounding gardens, it's now firmly established itself as one of the UK's leading "boutique" festivals. »
Having just played Montreal's Osheaga Festival over the first weekend in August, DiS caught up with Sune Rose Wagner via telephone in his New York apartment.»
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Drowned in Manchester #15 – May 2013
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