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Last Shadow Puppets Album Out This Week

Alex Turner's collaboration with Miles Kane as The Last Shadow Puppets will see the release of its new album, The Age Of The Understatement, on Tues, May 6.
Some kind words from the press:
"Extraordinary." - **** - Mojo
"Ambitious." - Rolling Stone
"Inspired by the works of Scott Walker, David Axelrod & Love "Forever Changes"." - **** - Uncut
Some kind words from the press:
"Extraordinary." - **** - Mojo
"Ambitious." - Rolling Stone
"Inspired by the works of Scott Walker, David Axelrod & Love "Forever Changes"." - **** - Uncut
#1 In The UK
From Billboard...
Paul Sexton, London
The Last Shadow Puppets, featuring Alex Turner of Arctic Monkeys and Miles Kane of Liverpool band the Rascals, debuted at No. 1 on the British album chart yesterday (April 27) with "The Age of the Understatement" (Domino). The album's No. 1 start followed a top ten spot last week for the group's U.K. single of the same name.
The Puppets' set is the fifth U.K. No.1 album for the independent Domino label in two and a half years. Domino has previously topped the chart twice with Franz Ferdinand and twice with Arctic Monkeys. The Puppets are the fifth debut act to top the British charts in 2008, according to Official U.K. Charts Company data, following Amy Macdonald, Scouting For Girls, Adele and Duffy. That compares to three at the same stage last year, by the View, Mika and Ray Quinn.
The Last Shadow Puppets recently played introductory shows on both sides of the Atlantic, but with Kane and the Rascals due to release their debut album in June, the Puppets will not tour until October.
Paul Sexton, London
The Last Shadow Puppets, featuring Alex Turner of Arctic Monkeys and Miles Kane of Liverpool band the Rascals, debuted at No. 1 on the British album chart yesterday (April 27) with "The Age of the Understatement" (Domino). The album's No. 1 start followed a top ten spot last week for the group's U.K. single of the same name.
The Puppets' set is the fifth U.K. No.1 album for the independent Domino label in two and a half years. Domino has previously topped the chart twice with Franz Ferdinand and twice with Arctic Monkeys. The Puppets are the fifth debut act to top the British charts in 2008, according to Official U.K. Charts Company data, following Amy Macdonald, Scouting For Girls, Adele and Duffy. That compares to three at the same stage last year, by the View, Mika and Ray Quinn.
The Last Shadow Puppets recently played introductory shows on both sides of the Atlantic, but with Kane and the Rascals due to release their debut album in June, the Puppets will not tour until October.
Discuss: #1 In The UK
LSP ACOUSTIC VIDEOS, NEW SITE & CONTEST
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We think you'll like this very intimate in-studio performance Alex & Miles shot in New York last month...
It's the first of four performance videos you can find here:
http://www.theageoftheunderstatement.com/us
Be sure to join the contest for a chance to win the album before it's in stores and a prize pack.
It's the first of four performance videos you can find here:
http://www.theageoftheunderstatement.com/us
Be sure to join the contest for a chance to win the album before it's in stores and a prize pack.
Discuss: ACOUSTIC VIDEOS, NEW SITE & CONTEST
The Age Of The Understatement Digital Single Out Now

Rejoice, for the very first release from The Last Shadow Puppets is here...!
N. American fans can purchase or stream the digital single now. This version contains for songs, the title track + "Two Hearts In Two Weeks" and interpretations of David Bowie's "In The Heat Of The Morning" and Billy Fury's "Wondrous Place".
Look for the 7" in stores soon: "The Age Of The Understatement" + "Two Hearts In Two Weeks."
N. American fans can purchase or stream the digital single now. This version contains for songs, the title track + "Two Hearts In Two Weeks" and interpretations of David Bowie's "In The Heat Of The Morning" and Billy Fury's "Wondrous Place".
Look for the 7" in stores soon: "The Age Of The Understatement" + "Two Hearts In Two Weeks."
The Age Of The Album Cover

Here's a look at the album art for The Last Shadow Puppets.
Also, the band's website has been updated with fresh news and info.
Check it: www.TheAgeOfTheUnderstament.com
There's a MySpace profile up now too: myspace.com/thelastshadowpuppets
Go make friends!
Also, the band's website has been updated with fresh news and info.
Check it: www.TheAgeOfTheUnderstament.com
There's a MySpace profile up now too: myspace.com/thelastshadowpuppets
Go make friends!
Discuss: The Age Of The Album Cover
The Age Of The Understatement Video Is Here
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Directed by director Romain Gavras, the debut video is as big as Mother Russia, following our intrepid heroes' adventures in Moscow and includes ice skating, an Orthodox priest, Soviet tanks and a chorus of Russian Soldiers.
'The Age of the Understatement' single is out on Monday 14th April on 7" and digital download and you can order the Last Shadow Puppets debut album (Out 21 April in the UK & 6 May in the US) from our Mart (http://www.dominorecordco.com/site/inde x.php?page=mart).
For more: http://www.theageoftheunderstatement.com
'The Age of the Understatement' single is out on Monday 14th April on 7" and digital download and you can order the Last Shadow Puppets debut album (Out 21 April in the UK & 6 May in the US) from our Mart (http://www.dominorecordco.com/site/inde x.php?page=mart).
For more: http://www.theageoftheunderstatement.com
Out Of The Shadows...
Big news RiotVanners...
Alex Turner & Miles Kane are in New York promoting their forthcoming debut album as The Last Shadow Puppets. A very special acoustic performance has been added to their schedule as a treat for NY area fans!
When: Tomorrow, Tuesday March 4, at approx. 10 PM. Doors @ 9:45, please try not to show up before then. A line will start outside before the doors open.
Where: Soundfix Records, 110 Bedford Ave, Brooklyn, NY (Bedford & N. 11th) - Bedford L-train stop / Williamsburg, Brooklyn
How: Just show up, it's free. All ages, no tickets required.
Please do NOT call Sound Fix for details.
Come on down.
Alex Turner & Miles Kane are in New York promoting their forthcoming debut album as The Last Shadow Puppets. A very special acoustic performance has been added to their schedule as a treat for NY area fans!
When: Tomorrow, Tuesday March 4, at approx. 10 PM. Doors @ 9:45, please try not to show up before then. A line will start outside before the doors open.
Where: Soundfix Records, 110 Bedford Ave, Brooklyn, NY (Bedford & N. 11th) - Bedford L-train stop / Williamsburg, Brooklyn
How: Just show up, it's free. All ages, no tickets required.
Please do NOT call Sound Fix for details.
Come on down.
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The Last Shadow Puppets - AOTU Acoustic
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FAVOURITE WORST NIGHTMARE
01. Brianstorm
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Brianstorm
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02. Teddy Picker
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Teddy Picker
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03. D is for Dangerous
04. Balaclava
05. Fluorescent Adolescent
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Fluorescent Adolescent (Video)
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06. Only Ones Who Know
07. Do Me a Favour
08. This House Is a Circus
09. If You Were There, Beware
10. The Bad Thing
11. Old Yellow Bricks
12. 505
Tour dates
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