On the recommendation of my hairdresser (well, he’s not mine per se, but he does cut my hair), I’ve been listening to High Violet by The National. Lovely album. Reminds me a bit (at times) of a laid back Joy Division with slightly rocky overtones - nice dark melodies with a driving pulse. Faintly wistful. I think this is the band The xx could be if they could be arsed. Definitely worth a listen.

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