The playlist is out now.
The xx – Islands (2nd August)
The English band’s debut album ‘xx’ has been one of the sleeper-successes of the last 18 months, regularly used on TV trails and gradually drawing more and more fans to the band’s smoky/moody/delicate sound. It’s a favourite for this year’s Mercury Prize.
Paul Weller – Fast Car/Slow Traffic (13th September)
Latest single from Weller’s acclaimed album ‘Wake Up The Nation’ – which is also nominated for this year’s Mercury Prize
The Drums move to Absolute Radio’s B-list
