
Never before have I seen album artwork so unsuited to the music. Take a look at the dark, murky and foreboding cover, and prepare to be shocked beyond belief, because 'Manners' is possibly the most euphoric record you'll hear all year. 2008's 'Chunk Of Change' EP was a revelation - a shining spark amid the gloomy musical landscape (and the artwork fit a lot better!). And this week Passion Pit return with their first proper album, surely to unanimous praise. Here is a band that seem to be operating completely in their own space. No other band around right now [...]