New Zealand’s The Phoenix Foundation hasn’t gotten much attention stateside, but keen listeners may have remembered this band’s work on the soundtrack to the quirky independent film Eagle Vs Shark that starred Jemaine Clement from Flight of the Conchords. This Wellington six-piece has put out three full-length releases, most recently in 07 with Happy Ending. And in the past three years, The Phoenix Foundation has been busy pursuing solo projects and writing music for another NZ film. Buffalo is charming island pop that you might imagine Super Furry Animals would write if they grew up in the South Pacific with a touch of early Blur added in. Standout tracks include “Golden Ships,” “Buffalo” and “Flock of Hearts.” – Written by DBosket
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