Villagers – {Awayland}

Villagers' 2013 sophomore LP {Awayland} finds Conor J. O'Brien expanding his intimate folk songwriting into bolder, more electronic and orchestral territory, with standout single "Nothing Arrived" showcasing his gift for quietly devastating melody. Released on Domino, this Mercury Prize-nominated record is essential for fans of thoughtful indie folk in the vein of Sufjan Stevens or Elliott Smith. A beautifully crafted album that rewards deep listening on vinyl.