New band of the day – No 1,159: The Ghosts

Far from a heavy hauntological trip, this London band's soaring and sublime synth-pop hints at hope after tragedyHometown: London.The lineup: Alex Starling (vocals, guitar), Ian Palmer (drums), Rayna Ferner (keyboards), Dan Whiffin (guitar), Alex Sharman (keyboards).The background: In August 2010, Charles Haddon, lead singer of the band Ou Est le Swimming Pool, took his own life after a performance at the Pukkelpop festival in Belgium when he jumped off a satellite mast in the backstage area. He...

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