Core News — “Gilles talks to UK-based singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Eska about her long-awaited debut album. Having provided guest vocals and songwriting duties for the like of Zero 7, The Cinematic Orchestra and Tony Allen; Eska has returned to... more info

Stereogum — After releasing the Simple Science EP in August, British electroacoustic downtempo duo Zero 7 are back this month with the somewhat uncreatively but aptly titled EP3. Swedish singer/songwriter José González, responsible for some of the best parts o... more info

Core News — “Sonic architects, Zero 7, bring a sun-kissed two hours of tunes to BBC Radio 6 Music. The duo, consisting of Henry Binns and Sam Hardaker, formed the group in 1997 after working as studio engineers for artists such as Robert Plant and the Pet Shop... more info

Stereogum — British electro-funk duo Zero 7 have been relatively quiet since 2010′s Record, but they’re set to release a four-song double-vinyl EP this August, titled Simple Science. A departure from their usual downtempo ambience, the title track has a ligh... more info

Music is Art — Zero 7‘s duo Henry Binns and Sam Hardaker are back with their first release in four years. Most may be use to Zero 7′s downtempo, calming vibe of past sounds however their latest collaboration brings on new guest vocalists with addictive lyrics, ... more info

Guardian Music — They sound like a little bit of lots of things from the last 50 years. No wonder the Horrors are fans So what do we know about Societe? Not a lot, to be honest. They used to be called Society, which isn't the most searchable of band names, and accord... more info

Guardian Music — Record labels – here's your chance to sign the band described by its singer as 'writing/drinking/moaning about the world'Radiohead producer Nigel Godrich has started a band, Ultraísta, with a debut single issued this week.According to Pitchfork, U... more info

Guardian Music — The serial backroom boy is finally stepping out of the shadowsHometown: Lewisham.The lineup: Kwesi Sey (vocals, music).The background: although the area of music he operates in couldn't be more different, Kwes is one of those backroom types like Emel... more info

L.A. Times - Pop & Hiss — The duo known as the Peach Kings dubbed their debut EP “Trip Wop,” and the influence of sultry down-tempo acts such as Portishead and Zero 7 certainly leaves a mark on some Peach Kings tracks. more info

Guardian Music — The Last Day Of Summer, ManchesterWith September traditionally drier than August in the UK, perhaps this optimistically titled rave will be just the welcome new students in Manchester need. The event is aimed at such, taking place in the city centre'... more info