Stereogum — Noble Beast 's release date (1/20) is fast approaching, but a number of Bird songs have already emerged. Now we're also getting into the deluxe edition's Useless Creatures via the instrumental "Carrion Suite" Andrew's streaming at his website. more info

Bridging The Atlantic — I can't believe 2008 is almost over. I'm currently compiling my yearly 'best of' mix and the following five tracks might make the final cut, although they face some pretty worthy competition.Titus Andronicus - My Time Outside the WombThis year's mix ... more info

Stereogum — We've heard different versions of various Noble Beasts, the studio take of "Oh No," and gave you an official Progress Report. Now we have the artwork to go with Andrew Bird's fifth studio album. (Thanks for the tip, Mike T.) The decor feels less sym... more info

Bradley's Almanac — In honor of the news that Sweden's Loney Dear have signed to Polyvinyl Records, that they'll release their next record in late January, and will kick off a stateside tour with Andrew Bird here in Boston soon after, I figure it's about time I shared u... more info

Bradley's Almanac — In honor of the news that Sweden's Loney Dear have signed to Polyvinyl Records, that they'll release their next record in late January, and will kick off a stateside tour with Andrew Bird here in Boston soon after, I figure it's about time I shared u... more info

Bradley's Almanac — In honor of the news that Sweden's Loney Dear have signed to Polyvinyl Records, that they'll release their next record in late January, and will kick off a stateside tour with Andrew Bird here in Boston soon after, I figure it's about time I shared u... more info

Bradley's Almanac — In honor of the news that Sweden's Loney Dear have signed to Polyvinyl Records, that they'll release their next record in late January, and will kick off a stateside tour with Andrew Bird here in Boston soon after, I figure it's about time I shared u... more info

Bradley's Almanac — In honor of the news that Sweden's Loney Dear have signed to Polyvinyl Records, that they'll release their next record in late January, and will kick off a stateside tour with Andrew Bird here in Boston soon after, I figure it's about time I shared u... more info

Bradley's Almanac — In honor of the news that Sweden's Loney Dear have signed to Polyvinyl Records, that they'll release their next record in late January, and will kick off a stateside tour with Andrew Bird here in Boston soon after, I figure it's about time I shared u... more info

Bradley's Almanac — In honor of the news that Sweden's Loney Dear have signed to Polyvinyl Records, that they'll release their next record in late January, and will kick off a stateside tour with Andrew Bird here in Boston soon after, I figure it's about time I shared u... more info