Unknown Mortal Orchestra Signs To Jagjaguwar

Unknown Mortal Orchestra, New Zealand by-way-of Portland songwriter and guitarist Ruban Nielson marries psychedelia with sharp soul touchstones. Timeless pop hooks are produced with a soft buzzsaw edge so that the effect is akin to Stevie Wonder producing Plastic Ono Band into Nuggets-like gems. With bassist Jacob Portrait and drummer Greg Rogrove, Unknown Mortal Orchestra is preparing a full-length for Jagjaguwar in early 2013.

To celebrate news of their signing and the launch of their tour with Grizzly Bear – the band have a number of upcoming North American tour dates, including an East Coast run with Grizzly Bear – the band has shared a first taste from the new album.  The song, “Swim and Sleep (Like a Shark),” is a bittersweet romp with melodies more delicate than most approaching the genre would dare, check it out here: http://www.youtube.com/NSNHofCE4rg
 
Check out Unknown Mortal Orchestra’s Jagjaguwar artist page: http://www.jagjaguwar.com/artist.php?name=unknownmortalorchestra

Unknown Mortal Orchestra have been confirmed to play in Christchurch at New Zealand’s Rhythm And Alps Festival – Friday, 28th December, 2012.