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Kings of Convenience: Declaration of Dependence

By Christina Lee on 8:30 AM on October 29, 2009

Norway duo adds depth, dramatic arc to delicate pop pace Kings of Convenience have always had a tight grip on their delicate acoustic sound. However, Declaration of Dependence offers a sense of cohesion their previous albums don’t, a complete story through melody. The slow awakening of “24-25” warms up the listener before the fluttering “Me in You,” which segues gracefully into the lively sway of “Boat Behind.” “Rule My World” begins the descent toward conclusion, though the melancholic pulse of “Renegade” and offbeat vocals of “Second to Numb” still pique and captivate....  read more

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Iggy Pop: Préliminaires

By Corey duBrowa on 9:15 AM on June 2, 2009

From the sound of his latest, James Osterberg Jr...  read more

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Doves: Kingdom of Rust

By Josh Jackson on 8:59 AM on April 9, 2009

At this year’s Grammys, Chris Martin joked that Coldplay wasn’t the...  read more

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Bat for Lashes: Two Suns

By Jeff Leven on 9:00 AM on April 7, 2009

With guest spots from Scott Walker and Yeasayer...  read more

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Doves set to release new album, Kingdom of Rust

By Natasha Richardson on 8:47 AM on February 17, 2009

British trio Doves will release its fourth studio album, Kingdom of Rust, on April 7 via Astralwerks Records....  read more

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Astralwerks' Heroes to feature Beck, TVotR, many more

By Rachel Dovey on 12:51 PM on January 23, 2009

Astralwerks Records has partnered with international relief organization War Child for a benefit album, Heroes, which will be released on Feb. 24. Astralwerks asked legends like Bob Dylan, Bruce Springsteen, Blondie and The Ramones to choose one of their own classics and select an artist from the next generation to cover it....  read more

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Bat For Lashes announces details for Two Suns

By Loren Lankford on 8:00 AM on January 13, 2009

Bat For Lashes will release...  read more

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The Chemical Brothers: Brotherhood

By Brian Howe on 8:00 AM on September 5, 2008

During the mainstream...  read more

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Astralwerks nominated for seven Grammy Awards

By Paste Staff on 12:00 AM on December 12, 2005

Despite the fact that Kraftwerk pioneered electronica music and has been creating innovative art for over 35 years, the German foursome has yet to be nominated for a Grammy. That is, until now. In fact, the musical home of Kraftwerk, Astralwerks Records, is up for several nominations at the 48th Annual Grammy Awards. The show will be broadcasted live on Feb. 8th at the Staples Center in Los Angeles. In addition to Kraftwerk, other Astralwerks nominees include Fatboy Slim, the Chemical Brothers and the Six Feet Under Volume 2 soundtrack....  read more

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