The positive use of “control freaks” is quite unusual. One such case of this is when it’s applied to Les Savy Fav. The Brooklyn natives have had complete control over their music since their forming in 1995, achieving something many bands never do when signed. Their generous label Frenchkiss Records (with Wichita Records releasing in the UK) has stuck with them and let their creativity flow, and has in the past been amply rewarded. The success of their first album paved the way for the label to promote and release other artists like The Hold Steady and Thunderbirds Are Now.

After a long hiatus, the band are back with a new album called Let’s Stay Friends, appropriately titled as this album stands to affirm not only the band’s internal relations, but also those of other musicians. Making appearances on the new album include Modest Mouse/The Black Heart Procession drummer Joe Plummer and all members of Enon. Good friend Chris Zane was even called in to produce the album.

The music is instantly familiar. LSF combine the classic sound of bubblegum indie with a slightly dancy/80’s backbeat that hooks the listener. My particular favourite was What Would Wolves Do? which had a classic, toe-tapping sound, clean production, and flawless vocals. Feel good music, always a plus in my book and a solid music collection need. These guys are currently on tour, so be sure to check them out and make it to a show, well worth it, I promise!

MySpace.com - Les Savy Fav - Brooklyn, NEW YORK - Indie / Experimental / Rock - www.myspace.com/lessavyfav