Since you are interested in Wincing the Night Away, here is a list of other items that you may find interesting.
The Brunettes
Structure and Cosmetics [ Lil' Chief Records / CD - released 31/Jul/2007 ] The third (and arguably best) long play from NZ band The Brunettes is an album that eschews much of the bright, candy coating that characterised their previous efforts in favour of a more subtle, sophisticated palate of colours. |
Yo La Tengo
I am Not Afraid of You and I Will Beat Your Ass [ Matador Records / CD - released 12/Sep/2006 ] The famously restless band continues to broaden it's horizons - and has made it's best album to date! 'I am Not Afraid of You and I Will Beat Your Ass' is a whipping ripper. |
Andrew Bird
Armchair Apocrypha [ Fat Possum Records / CD - released 10/Apr/2007 ] Andrew Bird's tenth album, 'Armchair Apocrypha' is another brilliant recording from the singer / songwriter / multi-instrumentalist, as he veers even further from the flock. |
Broken Bells
Broken Bells [ Columbia Records / CD - released 8/Mar/2010 ] Broken Bells is the new project from James Mercer (Shins) and Brian Burton (aka Danger Mouse; Gnarls Barkley). The album features 10 melodically seductive and psychologically provocative songs |
The Hold Steady
Boys and Girls in America [ Longtime Listener Records / CD - released 7/Feb/2007 ] This Australasian edition includes a chunky helping of bonus track action, with 4 previously unreleased songs, including 3 cracking new tunes recorded at the album sessions and a cover of the Violent Femmes classic "American Music". |
The Ruby Suns
Sea Lion [ Lil' Chief Records New Zealand / CD - released 21/Jan/2008 ] 'Sea Lion' bursts with summery pop tunes and exotic sounds, with a dizzying breadth of musical styles from African and Polynesia folk music to 80s synth pop. |