Like Interpol? Then you were probably disappointed with their 2010 release. So, why not check out No More Dolls‘ latest release, Another Way of Living? It’s pretty damn cool. The Italian rock band is doing their best to cross over into 1980s retro, and the sound is tight.
And while you’re in the market for new music, I can’t over-recommend the country-tinged “Original Mark” EP by The Details. The band hails from Winnipeg, and you might remember their darn good debut, “Draw a Border,” from 2007–the EP includes a remix of “Floor Plans,” which appeared on that album, and makes the tune sound a little like Death Cab for Cutie. But it works. The whole damn thing works. In fact, I daresay it’s one of the best EPs of the year.
It’s even got a great Xmas song, “Strings and Ribbons.”
