Music, Previews, Issue 676

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Why Conor Oberst's return to Bright Eyes is to be celebrated

28 Jan 2011

Ryan Drever welcomes back a different and more left-field Bright Eyes

Even if you’ve never warmed to the shaky timbre of Conor Oberst’s emotionally-wrought vocals, related to his often intensely personal lyrics or felt a kinship with the causes he so vehemently confronts and supports with his music, there is one thing you…

Conquering Animal Sound launch debut album of ethereal electronica

28 Jan 2011

Edinburgh duo combine hushed looped vocals and understated electronics

The first time you chance upon a Conquering Animal Sound live affair, you might well be forgiven for tip-toeing back outside again. As the Edinburgh sired duo’s just released debut album, Kammerspiel should indicate at its Edinburgh launch, the CAS…

Edinburgh psychedelic ensemble Delta Mainline hit their stride

26 Jan 2011

Success with second EP sparks plans to record album

They’ve got eight years of history behind them, but only now do Delta Mainline feel as if they’re hitting their groove. Formed in Musselburgh by childhood friends David McLachlan (singer and guitarist) and Gavin King (bass player), they’ve since grown…