The new album's title was given to the group by director/filmmaker/artist Mike Mills, whose 2005 film Thumbsucker was scored by the Polyphonic Spree's Tim DeLaughter.
'The Fragile Army' reveals a collection of sonic blasts filtered through The Polyphonic Spree's trademark sound: an unorthodox blend of brass, strings, choir and auxiliary rock elements. The album explores a search for the zeal in life, by way of loss and frustration, confusion and clarity. Ultimately, the Spree discover the power of love and the collective of hope in songs such as "Running Away," "Light To Follow" and "Overblow Your Nest." The album will be in stores in August 2007.
The Polyphonic Spree have also been confirmed to perform on the first show of the new series of Jonathan Ross. They will be performing "Running Away" and the show will air on the 7th September 2007.
If you visit the band's official site you can also enter a big competition:
You can meet the band and catch them at their first London gig for 3 years at The Astoria.
One lucky winner and a friend will travel to London on the 3rd September, see the band - and overnight accomodation is included!
All you need to do is go here: The Polyphonic Spree Competition and enter your details.
The Polyphonic Spree UK tour dates:
Dates could be added or changed! Go to The Polyphonic Spree's Official Website for the latest tour dates and information.
1st September 2007 - Electric Picnic festival, Ireland
2nd September 2007 - Connect Festival, Scotland
3rd September 2007 - Astoria, London
4th September 2007 - Academy 3, Manchester
5th September 2007 - Glee Club, Birmingham
What people are saying about The Polyphonic Spree:
Music Week - "As fine a collection of sumptuous sonic gems as you are likely to hear this year" Rock Sound magazine - "'The Fragile Army' is the band's richest and most jubilant gift to music yet." - 9/10.
Word magazine - "The best thing they've ever done"
The Independent - "Arcade Fireiness pushed to an almost hysterical intensity"
Classic Rock Magazine - "More Poly' for your lolly" - 7/10
Nuts magazine - "CD Shaped instant happiness"
NME - "a canyon straddling epic..."
The Fragile Army UK Release date: August 27th 2007
Label: Gut Records
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