#2. The xx – xx
Artist: The xx
Album: xx
Country: England
Released: August 2009
Web/review: Metacritic Reviews
Favourite tracks: Intro, VCR, Crystalized, Heart skipped a beat, Infinity, Night time, Stars
I had not read or heard anything of this band before every street wall of my area was covered in their very Pirate-like black and white X poster. I didn’t have a chance to get a hold of the album before their Stockholm show on the 19th of January was sold out. Checking in on the website I just saw that the organizers had made extra room in the venue because of the pressure for tickets, although this section was behind glass…and who would want that?? No, instead, I am considering taking two days off work to take a trip down to Malmö to catch them playing there. I have a feeling it will be worth it.
Because, this album clearly qualifies as the best 2009 debut album!
I can only say I have to agree with you. Will be funny to see how their sound develops in the future. It’s hard for their type of music to get much airtime on the radio playlists. Let’s hope the pressure doesn’t get to them!
Have you heard Fanfarlo? On the opposite side of what XX play, they are much more cheerful and traditional in the way they play. Check them out if you have the time.