New Music From Editors
Editors deliver a different sound with 'Papillon.'
No worries dear readers, Editors have not lost that maudlin edge. The lovable sorrow, desperation and heartbreak still looms large in the Editors’ world. This Birmingham, UK based group have been enchanting fans with their brand of Dark Wave since 2002, and have always flirted a risky line between grandiose dramatic sap and floor filling stadium classics. With their latest single "Papillon," Editors retain that delicate balance they've trademark so well.
"Papillion" may not move some long time fans at first. The dominant synth line seems a bit out of place, perhaps better fitting in some long lost Front 242 b-side. One of Editors talents though is a keen sense of transition. "Papillon" moves from the cheesed out sound of Scandinavian goth to the majestic heights of the “Neverending Story” soundtrack. Front man Tom Smith is in hyper Ian Curtis mode, and at times seems to channel his ghost from beyond. All these elements may be cause for celebration, or the basis for sticking Grandmother's sewing needles in your ear.
New album, "In This Light And On This Evening," will be available stateside early October.
Posted by Joe Roth on Aug 26, 2009 @ 9:00 am
