At the forefront of the bearded revolution, Midlake bring their luscious folk music direct from the heart of America to the mills of Manchester.
Responsible for an upsurge in babies named Roscoe, the six-strong band of former jazz students have been championed by Gideon Coe since debut The Trials of Van Occupanther.
Lead songwriter Tim Smith's departure last year has thrown Guitarist Eric Pulido in to the spotlight with latest, prog-rock inspired album Antiphon - the first single of which, The Old and The Young, shot immediately onto the 6 Music A-list.
Also responsible for John Grant's acclaimed album Queen on Denmark, these hard-working Texans are certain to delight with their rich, sweeping melodies as they soundtrack the inaugural 6 Music Festival.
At the forefront of the bearded revolution, Midlake bring their luscious folk music direct from the heart of America to the mills of Manchester.
Responsible for an upsurge in babies named Roscoe, the six-strong band of former jazz students have been championed by Gideon Coe since debut The Trials of Van Occupanther.
Lead songwriter Tim Smith's departure last year has thrown Guitarist Eric Pulido in to the spotlight with latest, prog-rock inspired album Antiphon - the first single of which, The Old and The Young, shot immediately onto the 6 Music A-list.
Also responsible for John Grant's acclaimed album Queen on Denmark, these hard-working Texans are certain to delight with their rich, sweeping melodies as they soundtrack the inaugural 6 Music Festival.
