Incoming Distractions

After a lull over Christmas where seasonal cheer was most definitely not applied to the release schedule, things are picking up with a host of goodies due for release on January 12th.

Amongst the singles this week are hotly tipped British rockers White Lies. With their debut album already shimmering on the horizon, the band have chosen to release 'To Lose My Life' as a taster. Joining them on the record racks this week are hardcore troubadour Frank Turner with his helpful guide 'Reasons Not To Be An Idiot'.

Also releasing singles this week are Cut Off Your hands, Norwegian mutant-disco group Ratatat and Kid Cudi Vs Crookers.

Over in album land, Animal Collective finally see fit to release their much anticipated new album 'Merriweather Post Pavillion'. Hyped to the rafters following a series of stunning reviews, you can read our verdict here!

Singles released this week:

Cut Off Your Hands - 'Oh Girl'
White Lies - 'To Lose My Life'
Frank Turner - 'Reasons Not To Be An Idiot'
Ratatat - 'Shempi'
Kid Cudi Vs Crookers - 'Day N' Nite'
TV On The Radio - 'Dancing Choose'

Albums released this week:

Animal Collective - 'Merriweather Post Pavillion'
Jamie Foxx - 'Intuition'
Lady Gaga - 'The Fame'