Cold War Kids - Hang Me Up To Dry
[V2]
Published Friday, 29th June, 2007 at 11:05 AM
UK release date: 9th July 2007
Written by David Adair
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This dawdling and tingling 70s rock drawl was more than partly responsible for the rise to recognition for the Cold War Kids.
It is hardly surprising for it to be re-released now their profile has swelled, in order to remind or introduce radio listeners to the gritty, hearty and roving ways of this Long Beach quartet.
Vocalist, Nathan Willet creates a languid, blues shadow similar to that of Jason Lytle (Grandaddy) and Mark E. Smith (The Fall) into his style, bouncing off the high profile, sliding bass led accompaniment.
Lyrical bemusement is given authenticity and shows a hint of pride through the delivery, rendering the Cold War Kids a searching and genuine prospect.
CD Track Listing:
1. Hang Me Up To Dry
2. Every Valley Is Not A Lake
3. Well Well Well
4. Heavy Boots
7" Track Listing:
A. Hang Me Up To Dry
B. Every Valley Is Not A Lake [Radio 1 Live Version)
