The new new thing: Fleet Foxes

By Wade Tatangelo on Tue, Jun 10, 2008 at 5:20 pm

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Here's a new weekly feature dubbed "The new new thing" that will run every Tuesday and spotlight up and coming artists. Enjoy.

Who: Fleet Foxes

Seven-word description: Organic pop marked by gorgeous vocal harmonies.

Should appeal to fans of: Brian Wilson, Simon & Garfunkel, Dr. Dog, Band of Horses.

Is that a flute? Yes, but only for a moment, save the Jethro Tull jokes.

Breakout CD: Fleet Foxes

Release date/label: June 10 on Sub Pop.

Listen to the track"White Winter Hymnal" here.