Girls In Hawaii

Yers - like these!!. Apparently of Belgian origin but far from flat (sorry). You can have a listen to 'em (for the tme being) on Culture Bully. Their official site is here (although it is a little anoying to get around).

Dunno when they are touring - I lost the will to live mooching round their website.

Rogue Wave - More love...

Rogue Wave - Anther Sub Pop Bunch (what a cracking label!) that deserve a mention - I haven't got the album yet but the songs can be downloaded for a listen at the above link.

Love to "Iron and Wine"

First up, I'd like to waft some Actaul Al love in the direction of Iron and Wine. These mellow chaps are playing at the Manchester Academy (supporting Calexico) on 21st April, which I am unfortunately not going to make as I'm in Cornwall.

The beards tell you all you need to know about the music. You can download their MP3's and that of other label mates like Band of Horses (worthy) at Sup Pop Records.