The Murder Barn are a London based six piece, who work out of a Warholian inspired creative space which, incidentally, shares the same name as the band.

Fans of The Dresden Dolls and The Fiery Furnaces will find plenty to like in The Murder Barn. The quasi religious lyrics in America, with razor sharp cynicism backed up by a sumptuous string section and lone piano, create a truly beautiful song.

Harvest  is pure Americana, with steel strings over more double edged spiritual lyrics. Both the tracks on this single are much more than what they seem. Peel down a layer or two and you’ll find a clever critique of the romanticised American dream.

A fascinating debut.

America / Harvest  is available at the band’s official BandCamp.