the xx

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The xx are a trio formed in 2005 at London, England. The band members consist of Romy Madley Croft (vocals, lead guitar), Oliver Sim (vocals, bass guitar), and Jamie Smith (beats, MPC sampler). Rounding out the group was Baria Qureshi (keyboards), who left the group because of the pressures of an intensive touring schedule.

On August 17, 2009 the group released their debut album xx, which was recorded in a small garage and produced by the band. The CD includes eleven tracks. It has actually ranked #9 on Rolling Stone's "best of the year" list.



The band's most popular song is probably crystalised, but my personal favorite is night time. I don't know how else to describe their sound besides very mellow melodies with soft, soothing vocals. Click here for a free download of their track night time.

If you're interested, check out their website or myspace for tour dates. They're currently touring the states and are even listed under performing artists for Bonnaroo 2010 this summer!

Kudos to John for hearing them on sirus radio and pointing the band out to me!