One of my favorite bands in the world, Arcade Fire, have a new album coming out soon. I love both of their records for completely different reasons - the childlike euphoria of Funeral (their first album), and the dark majesty that is Neon Bible (their second record). Both are 5 stars, and must buys for any music fan. Both albums relate strongly to distinct periods of my life - I feel very, very close to both albums.
The Arcade Fire are truly a unique group, featuring 9 band members and are renowned for their incredible live performances. The lead singer (and main songwriter) Win Butler has a vocal style best described as heroic. When his voice rises on Intervention, heroic is the only appropriate term to describe what you are hearing.
Here is their superb video for the title track of their second album.
Enjoy.
