Blog: New Ears

We're rapidly reaching the point of saturation with lo fi/DIY. Nathan Williams' personal implosion appeared indicative of a sound pushed beyond its own sustainability (Wavves' new output suggests this is something he's fully aware of). But no, we're not there quite YET. Mainly because the emerging bands ( Teen Sheikhs ) and releases (Manchester's Mazes via Sex Is Disgusting ) are still ace enough to hold our attention. But the best reason to revive your interest in this sound is Leeds' Spectrals [...]

• Spectrals - Leave Me Be