XX Marks the Spot

Before the boombox becomes all Bing, all the time, make a play for the
cool croons of Londons latest it band, The
xx.

The fledgling foursome debut album, xx, has been racking up
high marks from music reviewers, and deservedly so. A little like early
Cure, but more sensuous, their sound is hard to describe and when it is,
its explained as blend of pop, soul, new wave and even R&B. We wouldnt
be surprised if one of their tracks, like VCR or Hot Like Fire (a
surprising Aaliyah cover), ended up on a future Sofia Coppola film
soundtrack.

You can be sure when they open for another buzz band from Britain, the
Friendly Fires, at the Commodore next Thursday all our citys it kids
will be there.

Download xx ($9.99) on HMV
Digital.