L.A. Times - Pop & Hiss — The Walkmen have gotten a sprinter’s start as they prepare a follow-up to their 2010 album, “Lisbon” -- recording 18 songs ahead of schedule for the forthcoming record. So far, the new tracks have proved to be an exercise in sonic restraint. more info

Impose Magazine — Having recently played a show with Fleet Foxes in Seattle, The Walkmen decided to pop into local radio station KEXP to perform a some songs. Rather than regale with their memorable songs like "The Rat", the band decided to play some country hits by T... more info

Stereogum — Last week, the UK’s Larmer Tree Gardens hosted a hilariously deep bill for the End Of The Road Festival, a lineup that featured Joanna Newsom, Kurt Vile, Tinawiren, Lykke Li, Best Coast, the Walkmen and dozens of other notables. Elena Morelli was t... more info

KEXP Seattle — We’re exhausted but had an amazing Labor Day weekend at Bumbershoot! As expected, the music just keeps getting better and the schedule keeps getting busier. Tuesday starts a 2-night series at the Paramount with Fleet Foxes and The Walkmen. On Thurs... more info

Guardian Music — Google knows how vital music is for the web – thus the latest round of tweaks to its servicesAccording to a new report, Google's video service, YouTube, attracted 3bn viewing sessions in July in the US alone. Given the report also claims 40% of ... more info

NME — Artists offer condolences after death of rock n roll pioneer more info

Brooklyn Vegan — The Head and the Heart at Sasquatch (more by Josh Darr) "Call The Head and the Heart the poster child of indie rock. Not only has the band opened up for The Decemberists, Iron & Wine and The Walkmen, but... more info

NME - Festivals — Nursing something of a sore head after having slightly too much fun to Foals, Dels, The Walkmen and British Sea Power yesterday, here are NME's tips for Sunday at Latitude... 1. See Adam Buxton at the Comedy Arena One half of Adam and Joe brings his... more info

Impose Magazine — After signing to Domino roughly a month ago, New Jerseyan surf-rockers Real Estate have at last released more information about their sophomore album. Called Days, it's due out October 18. The album was recorded through the late winter and spring... more info

LargeHeartedBoy — USA Today profiles The Head and the Heart. Call The Head and the Heart the poster child of indie rock. Not only has the band opened up for The Decemberists, Iron & Wine and The Walkmen, but it's also on... more info