Even at British indie’s Noughties peak, it’s doubtful anyone was crying out for a Christmas-themed side project from the lead singer of Editors and the drummer from Razorlight. Such is the perverse timeliness at which Smith & Burrows have chosen to unveil their collaboration, The Guardian couldn’t resist titling its news story for their debut album’s announcement ‘Christmas treat or Halloween joke?’. remainder of the great review here
This will probably be the only Christmas album I will feature here, unless something dramatic comes along.
Maybe like "A Handsome Family Yule Celebration".
This is really worth listening to though.
Smith & Burrows have produced a very interesting well produced "seasonal" album.
Here's a Christmas song that is as relevant in this country as in the UK.
When The Thames Froze
The official Smith & Burrows video for "When The Thames Froze" from the upcoming Christmas album 'Funny Looking Angels', out Nov 28.
Funny Looking Angels
The opening track on the album, this'll get you in a Christmas mood.
In The Bleak Midwinter
At the Crossing Border Festival - The Hague - November 17, 2011
From the same gig
Wonderful Life
