More on: The Long Blondes

Label: Rough Trade
Release Date: 6/11/06
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'Once and Never Again', the new release from The Long Blondes, is chirpy, quirky and deliciously upbeat,

Its repetitive and bouncy nature has you singing along in seconds, "Nineteen, you're only nineteen for God's sake, you don't need a boyfriend," lead singer Kate Jackson preaches. It's like the ultimate conversation with your mother, only way more fun and slightly less disturbing.

Underneath the irresistible Smiths-like melody lies a delightfully dark account of regret and self-harm. Beautifully sinister, 'Once And Never Again' is likely to be the best release you'll hear this week.

With the Arctic Monkeys in hibernation, The Long Blondes look like they're finally going to get the attention they deserve as Sheffield's latest export.

Harriet Jennings

The Long Blondes Official Site