Doveman – “What does it matter if this is really it?”
The National are not the sort of band who will follow up a record like 2007’s completely sublime “Boxer” with a rushed LP. They’ve certainly kept us waiting for its successor, but it transpires that the band have been keeping themselves busy with their own Brassland Records, and playing on the new solo album of frequent collaborator, Doveman.
In fact, Doveman is pretty much the session player of indie music, having played live with The National, Grizzly Bear and Anthony & The Johnsons. His new album, “The Conformist” (Brassland Records) is available here, having been released on October 20th. I’ve only heard “Hurricane” and “Breathing Out”, but I’m already blown away (no pun intended, honestly). In fact, if The National came back with a single like “Hurricane”, I’d be both more than happy and completely convinced that it’s them. All whispered vocals and rushed soundscapes filled with National-esq warmth; if you’re waiting for “Boxer”’s successor, then look no further.
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