Monday 30 July 2007

Archangel "Physical Energy" Out Now!

Archangel's "Physical Energy" is out today - loads of indies around the country stocking the super thick limited 7" vinyl, full list here, and thanks to AWAL, its also available to download on iTunes.

Two great reviews in, first one from Click Music
"The second release from London based Archangel sees the art indie upstarts take on the mantle of early Cure and 80's Bowie. With dark undertones and mournful harmonies, the band are touching the darkest sinews that many bands willingly avoid. The song relies on a menacing keyboard bassline and juddering drums that sit on the precipice of violence without peering too far over the edge. There's a melancholic fear that shows itself in the melody, but this is not to be mistaken for sounding depressing. Far from it - the song is of the sort that would appear in an indie club as the night is wearing on and needs an injection of energy. 3/5"


Second from Disorder Magazine, featured on their MySpace page:
"Despite the stuttering pace of 'Physical Energy', with its timely handclaps and short beats, this is deceptively languid. The repetition of the synth gives the lull of chill, but it's without a doubt clear that Archangel are influenced by something far more gritty and dystopian. A band to keep a beady eye on. 4/5"