DrownedInSound — We asked the twins from The Cribs to make us a mixtape from us and set the theme: the year they were born. The year was 1980 (yes, that makes them 32) and it was a time of great upheaval, as the tectonic plates of DIY punk culture began to grind agai... more info

DrownedInSound — As part of their week-long takeover of the site to celebrate the release of new album In the Belly of the Brazen Bull, The Cribs have compiled us a little list of seven bands you need to hear now. Read the full story on DrownedinSound.com ... more info

Brooklyn Vegan — I just realized that Glassjaw added a 2nd "Worship and Tribute" show at Irving Plaza, starting late - at midnight, on the same day as the previously announced show. Tickets are on sale (they perform the full album at... more info

Chorus.fm — Stream *The Cribs* (http://www.absolutepunk.net/thecribs)' new album In The Belly Of The Brazen Bull here (http://soundcloud.com/wichita-recordings/sets/the-cribs-in-the-belly-of-the/s-nM0mx). more info

DrownedInSound — This is The Cribs' best yet and possibly the best of the year. Read the full story on DrownedinSound.com more info

Totally Fuzzy — In the Belly of the Brazen Bull is The Cribs' fifth studio album, with a release date of 15 May 2012. The Cribs announced the album title and track-listing on 14 February 2012, along with several UK and North American tour dates in support of it... more info

Guardian Music — (Wichita)The Cribs' fifth album couldn't be more 90s if it styled its hair into curtains, donned a Global Hypercolor T-shirt and bought itself a ticket to Lilith Fair. In the Belly … is a well-executed homage to lo-fi slacker rock, to the extent th... more info

Gigwise — Frontman Ryan Jarman says new album is attempt to challenge the mainstream more info

Brooklyn Vegan — The Cribs at MHOW earlier this month (more by Guy Eppel) As mentioned, The Cribs plan to release their new Steve Albini/Dave Fridmann-produced LP, In the Belly of the Brazen Bull, on May 8 via Wichita/Warner Bros. They've already done... more info

Gigwise — Indie band explain the reason behind three-year wait for new album more info