I've said it before and god dammit I'll say it again. 2013 is the year of the duo. I could write a list here as long as my virtual arm about the musical twosomes that have come to prominence over the last 11 months (but that'd be boring and let's face it, we all have the attention span of 2 year olds these days.) Anyway, adding themselves to this impressive roster are Brighton act IYES.

Josh Christopher and Melis Soyaslanova have already been getting some pretty big accolades locally and are starting to be noticed at a national level for their exquisite and sparse tunes. Think The XX and London Grammar and you'll be in the same ball park. Their new track (also the only track to not be in the demo stage) 'Til Infinity' is a pop powerhouse with driving beats and Melis' gorgeous vocals. Keep your IYES on these guys.

I'm so sorry. I've dishonored my ancestors.

posted by Staff
November 2013