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 Release debut album ‘Signs and Wonders’ on September 28th on Warner Bros Records Widely tipped to be one of 2009’s major breakthrough bands, Animal Kingdom follow the limited edition singles ‘Chalk Stars’ and ‘Tin Man’ with the September 21st release of their debut album ‘Signs and Wonders’ on Warner Bros Records. Recorded at Seattle’s Electrokitty Studios with Phil Ek (Fleet Foxes, The Shins, Les Savy Fav), the melancholy ‘Signs and Wonders’ finds the London quartet countering immediate pop hooks with unpredictable arrangements and a dark, reflective soul. Developed over a six week period, ‘Signs and Wonders’ includes the delicately crafted, emotive pop of the debut single ‘Chalk Stars’, the dreamy, infectious hook that gives the lovelorn ‘Tin Man’ an otherworldly atmosphere and the eerie flow of ‘Two By Two’ that features Sauberlich’s vocals floating in the ether like the voice of an imaginary friend. The album is also rich on versatility; the likes of ‘Good Morning’, ‘Silence Summons You’ and ‘Into The Sea’ share a cohesive, cinematic atmosphere but each song represents a unique statement. Animal Kingdom could be loosely Co pared to the likes of Mercury Rev, The Cure, The Flaming Lips, Smashing Pumpkins and Grandaddy, but they remain a proposition in which their own individual sound shines through. The album’s title track will be released as a single on September 20th on digital download formats. Bonus tracks include remixes courtesy of Starsmith and Bo Flex. It follows the prior limited edition singles ‘Chalk Stars’ and ‘Tin Man’. Recently seen on tour with Silversun Pickups, Animal Kingdom have also played shows with bands as diverse as Vampire Weekend, Band of Horses, Camera Obscura and Snow Patrol. Despite being relative newcomers, they have already debuted on the festival circuit with dates at Latitude, V, Monmouth and Secret Garden Party. Animal Kingdom are confirmed to play London’s 100 Club on September 17th as part of The London Paper Headliners Festival. The band will also play a special album launch show at London’s Lexington to coincide with the album’s release which will be followed by a wider UK tour. |
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