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BLUE BENDY INTERNATIONAL

South London-based sextet Blue Bendy have lifted the lid on their idiosyncratic new single 'International'. Lyrically inspired by a frankly unworkable commute, vocalist Arthur Nolan explained: "I was spending 26 hours a week commuting on overnight coaches from my girlfriend's university house in East Fife to London for 1 shift a week on Borough Market." Recorded to tape by Margo Broom at Hermitage Works in North London, Broacast-y synth patterns, and jangling guitars wash across a percussive beat, giving rise to Nolan's characterful ramblings. Arriving today as the first release on new album Simonie Records, 'International' sets the tone for more intriguing offerings from this promising six piece. Listen here now. -Holly Mullineaux 

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