Yeah Yeah Yeahs

In extraordinarily fantastic news the Yeah Yeah Yeahs have a new song out, which means that, amongst other things, I can stop wondering whether or not the band still exists!
Anyway, the new song is immediately recognisable as YYYs but is as always a development of the sound which we last heard on It's Blitz! and can be heard here. I certainly have very high hopes for the new album (released on 16th April I understand) and already have my ticket for Alexandra Palace on the 4th of May (tour dates)

Veronica Falls

I managed to get out to see Veronica Falls play an in store gig at Rough Trade East last night, which was fantastic as I am entirely unable to catch them at Shoreditch Church  tomorrow night (8th February). Frustration and tremendous jealousy leap to mind with regard to anyone who is going to the (I believe sold out) show!!

The set last night was skewed fairly heavily towards the new album, which was perfect as far as I'm concerned. Having only listened to the album a couple of times beforehand it was an absolutely ideal way to get to grips with some of the new songs. The thirty minute or so set flew by in a haze of jangly feedback, perfectly wonderful harmonies and retuning of guitars which all added up to the mysterious retro modern sound that is Veronica Falls. Also it was extremely enjoyable to see them play a small venue now that their tours are likely to get bigger and bigger. Hearing the album and catching them live wherever you are is an absolute must...I guarantee that you won't be disappointed.

Allo Darlin' 6 Music Session

It was quite unexpected and fantastic to hear a new Allo Darlin' song during a live session for Marc Riley on BBC 6 Music last night. They played Capricornia, Darren and Bright Eyes (the aforementioned new one) which is nothing to do with the Art Garfunkel Watership Down song (as far as I know!) or as it turns out Bright Eyes the band, but does involve Paul Rains singing alongside Elizabeth and an instrumental jam crescendo! A lovely song, I can't wait to hear more.

The show can be found here, the session starts around 45 minutes in but I'd say the whole show is worth a listen if you have time.