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6th February

  • Agony Aunt: Ask Elizabeth Sankey

    Agony Aunt: Ask Elizabeth Sankey

    by The 405

    Last year we unveiled a new monthly column called 'Agony Aunt', which we sadly never launched. Thankfully 2012 has given us a mighty kick up the ass, which means we can bring you the inaugural 'Agony Aunt' column. Every month Elizabeth Sankey (Summer Camp) will answer 3 of the best questions sent into us; from serious life dilemmas, to what you should call your new pet chinchilla. [read more]

  • 405 Focus: Remember Remember

    405 Focus: Remember Remember

    by The 405

    Last year we caught up with Remember Remember to talk about their loop pedal beginnings, the evolution of the band from their self-titled album to The Quickening, their relationship with Rock Action Records/Mogwai, soundtracking films, their thoughts on lyrics and trying to steer clear of being labelled 'background music'. [read more]

5th February

3rd February

  • Battling Self-Doubt // The 405 meets Craig Finn

    Battling Self-Doubt // The 405 meets Craig Finn

    by Adam Parker

    When an artist ‘goes solo’, it’s often due to tension, strife and trouble within their respective original band, lighting the path towards the inevitable, devastating split. So, when Craig Finn struck out into solitary territory for his new record, Clear Heart Full Eyes, fans of The Hold Steady held their breath in unison at the upcoming announcement... [read more]

  • "Still not where I want to be" // The 405 meets Sharon Van Etten

    "Still not where I want to be" // The 405 meets Sharon Van Etten

    by The 405

    There aren’t many people out there right now who can compete with the musical pedigree of Sharon Van Etten; alongside releasing two well-regarded albums in her own right, she’s collaborated with The Antlers, Beirut and The National - an impressive CV to say the least. Her third album Tramp continues this spirit of kinship with an impressive roster of guests including the Dessner brothers and Beirut mastermind Zach Condon. [read more]

2nd February

  • Album Art of the Month

    Album Art of the Month

    by The 405

    From now on, at the end of each month we'll be sharing with you some cover art from albums and EPs that have recently been released, and making a good old fuss over them. For now, as an introduction, we're showing you some albums from any period of time, just for the fun of it. [read more]

  • The 405 Monthly Report/Playlist: January 2012

    The 405 Monthly Report/Playlist: January 2012

    by The 405

    Welcome to The 405 January Report. A long time ago we used to celebrate the passing of each month by compiling a site playlist for you to download and enjoy. Well ladies and gentlemen, that format is back. Every month we’ll be bringing you a brand new site playlist, as well as a brief report via a sexy looking iPad Book (or PDF if you don’t happen to have an iPad). [read more]

1st February

  • In Photos Special: December/January

    In Photos Special: December/January

    by Tim Boddy

    A joint In Photos Special by the Gregorian brothers of December and January - essentially due to the gig machine winding down somewhat and indulging in a gluttonous sleep over the Christmas/New Year period. But you did see our In Photos of 2011 to tide you over, right? [read more]

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