Doves/The Last Broadcast (2002)

An English indie rock band formed in Cheshire in 1998, Doves' second album (#1 on the UK charts). Lyrical and dopey guitar rock with beautiful melodies, like Radiohead, the Verve and Coldplay, or more older, Manchester's dance-oriented rock bands such as New Order and the Stone Roses. Features three singles, 'There Goes the Fear' (#3 on the UK charts), 'Pounding' and 'Caught By the River'. 'M62 Song' is an adaptation of 'Moonchild' by King Crimson. The guest musicians are Sean O'Hagan from the High Llamas (arrangement) and others.