Astral Swans “Bird Songs” – Listen

Imagine, if you will, that you’re walking through Vondelpark in Amsterdam – it’s near Christmas, you’re somewhat on the cold side, maybe picking up a jacket would have been a smart move.  Love has abandoned you, and now, god damn it, all the birds are mocking you with your own worthlessness and letting you know that you never deserved love anyway.  Pretty heavy, and if you imagine it then there’s a good chance that you are Matthew Swann, aka Astral Swans.

There’s certainly a hint of Belle and Sebastian about the catchy ‘Bird Songs‘, which contrasts upbeat melodies against darker lyrics.

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Sure, I could climb high in a tree, or go to Skye on my holiday. I could be happy. All I really want is the excitement of first hearing The Byrds, the amazement of decades of Dylan's music, or the thrill of seeing a band like The Long Ryders live. That's not much to ask, is it?
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