I very recently learned of The Shortwave Set, a pychadelic/electronic/pop group from England, who describe their sound as "Victorian Funk". If that wasn't enough to whet my appetite, I discovered that this month they will be releasing their sophomore album, Replica Sun Machine, which is produced by Danger Mouse and features a 24-piece orchestra conducted by composer Van Dyke Parks, and appearances by John fucking Cale.
This bit of news is basically a pop geek's wet dream. Ok, it's MY wet dream.
The Shortwave Set formed in 2003, and already have been getting quite a bit of support from their peers in the business, and have toured with Goldfrapp, Rilo Kiley, and Gnarls Barkley. Danger Mouse loves them, having called them his favorite contemporary group. And who am I to disagree with Sir Mouse?
Replica Sun Machine is released on April 28th.
Listen to their first single, "No Social" at The Shortwave Set's Myspace
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