Ester Drang is about to release their new album, entitled Rocinate, on January 24th. On top of that, they’re also playing the Jade Tree showcase at SXSW with none other than Pedro The Lion and Enon! Whether you’re going to the festival or not, you’ll want to at least give this song a listen, it’s become a recent favorite of mine, calling on similarities to The Flaming Lips, Coldplay, and even The Cure, IMO. Also, if you didn’t know, the band shares drummer James McAlister with Sufjan Stevens and his Illinoisemakers crew. Take a listen:
Ester Drang – Valencia’s Dying Dream
In support of the soon-to-be-released LP, they also have a small tour planned:
01-26 – Seattle, WA – Neumo’s Crystal Ball Reading Room
01-27 – Portland, OR – Doug Fir Lounge
01-29 – Hollywood, CA – Knitting Factory
01-30 – San Francisco, CA – Bottom of the Hill
03-16 – Norman, OK – The Opolis
03-17 – Denton, TX – Hailey’s
03-18 – Austin, TX SXSW – Red Eyed Fly
03-26 – Oklahoma City – The ConservatoryOK
Ester Drang’s Official Site, their MySpace Page, and a review of Rocinate.
