The Walkmen -

A band formed around a trio of former members of cult band Jonathan Fire*Eater. Expect traces of The Velvet Underground, 'Boy'-era U2, Jeff Buckley, Mercury Rev and a whole lot more; The Walkmen takes these familiar influences and push them into a fresh and inspired new stratosphere. 'One of the most exciting commodities to come out of the US since the heyday of Sonic Youth.' (Independent)