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Frightened Rabbit – Pedestrian Verse (Atlantic)

With several memorable tracks, Frightened Rabbit?s latest release is an album both the band themselves and their loyal fans can be proud of.

The Magnetic Fields ? Love at the Bottom of the Sea (Domino)

Dourly delivered sentiment, delicious metaphors, and mischievous puns are, as always, part of the fun

The Whip – Wired Together (Southern Fried)

With their second album, ?Wired Together?, just around the corner, it is crucial that The Whip match high expectations with more great music.

Blitzen Trapper – American Goldwing (Sub Pop)

In spite of a pinch of minor flaws, Blitzen Trapper are a reassuringly talented outfit. With fresh ideas and nostalgia on their side

Grandaddy – The Sophtware Slump (Reissue)

The Sophtware Slump remains a fascinating album, and the chance to relive its sorrowful beauty should not be missed.

Cashier No.9 ? To The Death Of Fun (Bella Union)

Most pleasing about this surprisingly upbeat first outing is a sense of wonder and imagination that could place the roots of its sound almost anywhere

Foster The People ? Torches (Columbia)

The biggest problem with ?Torches? is that the need to replicate the greatness of their most popular tune is all too clear.

Cold Cave – Cherish The Light Years (4AD)

Their latest release is an altogether impressive piece, merging several musical values in a manner that is skilful and appealing