The Sampler for Tuesday 5 February 2013

Nick Bollinger reviews offshore-produced albums by local-led bands The Ruby Suns and Unknown Mortal Orchestra, and a long-playing set from Wellington’s The Close Readers.

Music details

Artist: Unknown Mortal Orchestra
Songs: No Need For A Leader, Swim and Sleep (Like A Shark), Fade In The Morning, Monki, From The Sun, One At A Time, The Opposite Of Afternoon, So Good At Being In Trouble
Composer: Neilson
Album: Unknown Mortal Orchestra II
Label: JagJaguwar

Artist: The Ruby Suns
Songs: Desert Of Pop, In Real Life, Rush, Starlight, Kingfisher Call Me, Boy, In Real Life
Composer: McPhun
Album: Christopher
Label: Sub Pop

Artist: The Close Readers
Songs: New Spirit, Kathleen, L300, Light On The River, All The Love We Gave
Composer: Wilkins
Album: New Spirit
Label: Austin Records