Hello.
Is nobody talking about iamamiwhoami? Has anyone heard of them, do they like/dislike? They uploaded a new track 'play' today, and although it’s not like they’ve done before (although what is, they are great at surprises), it's very good.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zJBC8L3pG_Y
Mind you, I love near enough everything they've done. In Concert was one of the most glorious things of 2010 and t from the BOUNTY saga remains one of my favourite songs ever.
For those who don't know, iamamiwhoami (Jonna Lee is the front woman, even though she’s never admitted it, and who knows what goes on behind the scenes) upload stuff to youtube whenever they want to and it's the only way they communicate to the fans. They don't have twitter, facebook, or even a functioning website (although they've directed us to sites before through a youtube video).
They are going to release their debut album (even though they've been uploading sporadically since 2009), an audiovisual affair called 'kin', on June 11th. This is one of 4 tracks currently released from this album. They released Sever, Drops and Good Worker each a fortnight apart, so it's logical to assume that we'll get the next video to the next on the 10th of april (although this is NOT confirmed, we're just guessing). The kin videos all follow on from each other (in the order stated above, starting with Sever), so the story isn’t finished yet.
I think iamamiwhoami are special. The prelude videos, the BOUNTY saga, In Concert (an incredible ‘live’ experience) and now kin-so-far have all been spectacular both visually and sonically and I cannot wait to see what comes next. Admittedly part of the charm is the uncertainty and mystery, so to absorb their entire discography so far might not be the same as waiting for months for any signs of life, however I think they deserve a lot of attention for their stunning work.
I’m sorry, this sounds like a giant ramble of an iam-campaign (and to be honest...), so in terms of other music; Ladyhawke leaked and is pretty alright (at the moment, I prefer her debut), the next album I’m looking forward to is Santigold in late april, my favourite up-and-coming artist is I Am Harlequin and although I’m disappointed Dandi and Marta quit/were kicked (WHO KNOWS) out of Fan Death, I’ll give the new FD a chance, I just wish they’d change their name.
Uh, I guess that's all, I'll see myself out.
