Matthew and the Atlas - new music video for single 'Pale Sun Rose'

One of my favorite bands, Matthew and the Atlas, have released the video for their new single off their forthcoming full length album. Give it a play below!

Matthew and the Atlas are a band I've been following for a few years, since coming across a YouTube video of them performing in 2010 at London local spot The Lexington (incidentally, the same bar I also met my now husband at in 2011).

So far I haven't been lucky enough to see them live, despite attempting to see them open up for The Civil Wars in 2012 at their Manchester date and missing their set due to traffic. However, I did snag one of their EPs at the merch table that night and got a chance to speak to front man Matthew Hegarty.

However discouraging that may be, their new video is absolutely stunning and features Charlie Cox from Downton Abbey and Boardwalk Empire. I love the new direction the sound has taken. Previously they relied on a more traditional Americana sound, but now they've added layers of depth by using subtle electronic tones while still maintaining the twangy folk feel. It makes for one hauntingly gorgeous track. I am beyond excited to get my hands on their first full length album, which is due out in May. Fingers crossed I finally get to see and shoot them at their sold out London date in the Lexington in February.

Also, how beautiful is their limited edition 'Rose' vinyl single? You can pre-order it here.