The Drums

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The Drums - Interview with Lauren Laverne

The Drums joined Lauren in the studio - you can hear their full interview and clips of their live session tracks.

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Biography

The Drums are an American indie pop band from Brooklyn, NY with members stemming from the shortlived band Elkland (formerly Goat Explosion). The band is currently on the Moshi Moshi/Island (UK), Universal (AU) and Frenchkiss (US) labels.

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  1. Portamento 2011

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    Reviewed by Martin Aston

    Mostly more of the same from a New York band in need of their Pet Sounds moment.

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    Reviewed by Si Hawkins

    There’s an ominous grey clouding these songs’ sunny skies.

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