Various Artists: Music From Baz Luhrmann's Film The Great Gatsby
The Great Gatsby's newest film adaptation from Baz Luhrmann has pushed the soundtrack from executive producer Jay-Z as a focal point of the film’s marketing, certainly more than, say, Tobey Maguire’s role as Nick Carraway or even Carey Mulligan’s Daisy Buchanan. read more
Found in: Music, ReviewsWatch The xx Cover Beyoncé's "I Miss You" for Valentine's Day
For Valentine’s Day, The xx have released footage of a special cover performance of Beyoncé’s “I Miss You” on Thursday, according to Pitchfork. The original version was already set at a pretty slow tempo for the R&B singer but leave it to The xx to break the song down to a simple, deconstructed sound that highlights the sullen, almost lonely tone of the lyrics. When announcing the release of the cover, The xx expressed their admiration for Beyoncé and the co-author of “I Miss You,” Frank Ocean. The xx are currently on tour and are now in Texas. You can... read more
Found in: Music, NewsListen to Merry Indie X-Mas, Featuring Fake Bon Iver, Interpol, the xx and More
Sufjan Stevens, Cee Lo and countless others capitalize on fans’ holiday spirit every year by releasing holiday albums. Bear Ceuse guitarist Adam Horne recently joined forces with Animal New York to create something extra special featuring everyone’s favorite bands…sort of. “Joy to the World,” “Silent Night,” “Jingle Bells” and six other Christmas classics are covered by spot-on impressions of Interpol, Beach House, Bon Iver, the xx, Mumford & Sons, Wavves, Gorillaz, Das Racist and the National for the indie-est holiday music compilation ever. The album is streaming in its entirety below and be sure to check out the accompanying holiday... read more
Found in: Music, NewsThe xx Cover Wham's "Last Christmas"
The xx covered Wham’s holiday track, “Last Christmas,” transforming the cheery pop song into a dark and twisted tale of love.... read more
Found in: Music, NewsThe xx Announce 2013 U.S. Tour
Following the cancellation of performances in Philadelphia, Baltimore and New York due to Hurricane Sandy, The xx have announced a number of U.S. tour dates in 2013.... read more
Found in: Music, NewsWatch the Video for The xx's "Chained"
The xx has announced “Chained” as the second single off their critically acclaimed sophomore effort, Coexist, and now the band has released the accompanying video. The video, directed by Young Replicant in conjunction with The Creators Project, refrains from going overboard in the imagery so as to not take away from the minimalist sound. It makes frequent use of slow motion to capture band members diving into the water and the changing weather patterns, all the while presenting the viewer with beautiful cinematography. Check out the video for “Chained” below, as well as upcoming tour dates. Coexist is available now.... read more
Found in: Music, NewsWatch The xx on Jools Holland
Last night, The xx stopped by the set of Later… with Jools Holland to support their recently released sophomore album, Coexist.... read more
Found in: Music, NewsThe xx: Coexist
One night in April, the xx set up some recording gear and a couple of cameras in a Tokyo hotel room. read more
Found in: Music, ReviewsStream The xx's New Album, Coexist
The xx’s highly anticipated sophomore release, Coexist, is due out Sept. 11 on Young Turks.... read more
Found in: Music, NewsThe xx To Collaborate With BCC Philharmonic Orchestra
On Sept. 19, The xx will team up with the BBC Philharmonic Orchestra for a free performance, playing new arrangements from both The xx’s debut self-titled album and their forthcoming Coexist.... read more
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