Future Islands

I love all those quiet voiced poppy singers just as much as the next person. But sometimes I tire of hearing perfect pitch singers capable of making a castrato envious. And all those wavering soft voiced songs seem to lack conviction after a certain point. Don't get me wrong, I still am awed by the likes of Beirut, but a lot of it seems to lack to quality to offend*.

Which is why Future Islands is my new best friend (Myspace friend request still pending). At points it sounds like a more erratic Elvis skipped a few steps in the progression of music and started playing synth pop. However, it isn't all throaty sing-yourself-hoarse vocals. Just compare the two tracks:

Future Islands - Follow You
Future Islands - Little Dreamer

Check out their Myspace for album ordering details and dates with Dan Deacon.





*Turns out this is a good way to establish a fan base. Don't alienate.**



**A fact usually learned well after high school.