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Owen Pallett (formerly known as Final Fantasy (2)) has also worked with the band on string arrangements. This long-awaited sequel, meanwhile - reuniting them with string arranger Owen Pallett - displays that whereas their careers may have moved in markedly different directions in the interim, their wry and wordily ditties when united display an enviable chemistry and magnetic charm. The album finds Alex Turner (Arctic Monkeys) and Miles Kane reunited with James Ford (production and drums) and Owen Pallett (string arrangements) and joined by Zachary Dawes (Mini Mansions) on bass, recording the follow up to 2008’s ‘The Age Of The Understatement’ at Shangri La Studio in Malibu. Alongside long term pal Miles Kane, the duo crafted an excellent album full of '60s inspired dramatic flourishes, sweeping strings and yearning melodies.

stars out of 5 -- "While reverb-swathed acoustic guitars churn in minor keys against a backdrop of swooning strings, Turner croons midnight-of-the-soul confessions. Highlights include the haunting title track, the charismatic "Standing Next to Me," and the epic "My Mistakes Were Made for You. the last shadow puppets recorded the songs at black box studios near nantes, france in two weeks during the summer of 2007, with producer and drummer james ford (simian mobile disco). Products labelled '*item fulfilled by Exertis on behalf of hmv' will be supplied to you directly by Exertis via their approved couriers.The strings on show here further emphasising the crescendo of both tone and density, and exacerbating the lifting tension present. the age of the understatement', is an album of 12 full-blooded songs, bold and brassy, full of drama, wit and melody, that source the past but avoid falling into pastiche. The 103 third parties who use cookies on this service do so for their purposes of displaying and measuring personalized ads, generating audience insights, and developing and improving products. I really like the album, it's got some special songs on it, the orchestral arrangements on pieces like Aviation make the music soar.

both miles and alex are 22, and this is a youthful record, full of life and the sheer pleasure of music making. The standout moments tend to be the softer, sweeter ones, with Turner putting that sardonic croon to good use on ‘Sweet Dreams, TN’ and the surreal ‘The Dream Synopsis’, while the honeyed soul-pop of ‘Miracle Aligner’ and ‘The Element Of Surprise’ sound custom-made for sunset cruises along the Pacific Coast Highway. Our passion and romance for the love of music is universal – The House Of Vinyl is set to keep the nostalgia of collecting music from your favourite artists alive. Most purchases from business sellers are protected by the Consumer Contract Regulations 2013 which give you the right to cancel the purchase within 14 days after the day you receive the item.

firm friends ever since arctic monkeys toured with kane's previous group, the little flames, the pair were so inspired by listening to the likes of scott walker, early bowie and david axelrod, that they hatched a plan. The album showcases the undeniable chemistry between Alex Turner and Miles Kane, creating an evocative and captivating musical journey. Shout out to the young Rascal too, for the magic Liverpudlian touch is all over this dreamy blast from the past.