2011 is off to a stellar start with two huge 90s bands we all know and love, Radiohead and The Strokes both set to release new albums in the near future.
The Strokes have titled their fourth album 'Angles' which will be released March 22. It has been roughly five years since The Strokes released 'First Impressions Of Earth' in 2006, but absence builds anticipation! The album contains 10 tracks and The Strokes released one track called 'Under Cover Of Darkness' as a single to promote the album on February 9 which was uploaded by the Strokes on their website for free download for 48 hours after it's first radio airing. I know what you're thinking, but alas, you can download it from here! (and probably thousands of other websites). Every song on the album except 'Life Is Simple In The Moonlight' was recorded and produced by the band themselves. It is the word around town that after the release of this album, The Strokes will embark on a worldwide tour. So fingers crossed they return to Australia for the second year in a row! Listening to 'Under Cover Of Darkness' confirms The Strokes are still keeping it real and sticking to what they know, and are not making the mistake many bands make, to embark on a new funky fresh musical journey. It is reminiscent of 'Someday' from 'Is This It' (2001) and carries a trademark Strokes-esque guitar riff.
'The King Of Limbs' is scheduled for release in Australia on March 25 and incredibly, will be Radiohead's EIGHTH album. Not a whole lot is known about the album, but nonetheless the hype is almost uncontainable. It is available by payment download from February 19. The album release was only announced three days ago on their website, and the title is said to be named after an ancient tree located near where the band recorded it. It is, like The Strokes, set to be supported with a worldwide tour (which could back up the rumours of Splendour In The Grass headliners)! Here are some uploads to keep your cravings under control until you get your grubby little hands on these two new albums.
Someday- The Strokes (Is This It)
Last Nite- The Strokes (Is This It)
Razorblade- The Strokes (First Impressions Of Earth)
Red Light- The Strokes (First Impressions Of Earth)
Under Cover Of Darkness- The Strokes (Angles)
Fake Plastic Trees- Radiohead (The Bends)
Karma Police- Radiohead (OK Computer)
Paranoid Android- Radiohead (OK Computer)
Jigsaw Falling Into Place- Radiohead (In Rainbows)
