The Bernard Lakes – are the dark horses (CD)

The Besnard Lakes are an indie rock band from Montréal formed in 2003 (they are a sextet comprised of Jace Lasek, Kevin Laing, Nicole Lizée, Olga Goreas, Richard White and Steve Raegele). This is their second album. It came out in 2007 on Jagjaguwar (http://www.jagjaguwar.com/). At first listen, the first thing which comes to mind, their music sounds like a mix of The Beatles, The Byrds and some of the best  ethereal / dreamy artists / bands of the 4AD roster (Cocteau Twins, Gene Loves Jezebel, This Mortal Coil and Dead Can Dance). After repeated listens, you realize how rich, thick and dense their music is. The arrangements are complex every song is beautifully crafted. If your sonic menu includes Arcade Fire you will definitely like The Besnard Lakes. Not my cup of coffee, to each his own. Information here: http://www.thebesnardlakes.com/