Coal

1. Like its name, Vancouver group Coal burns with a slow heat and soft glow, creating self-described "torch noir." The indie-pop vets have been luminaries of the Canadian scene for years, drawing fans of the Cowboy Junkies and Mazzy Star with husky vocals and gleaming, incandescent guitars. (music.download.com) 2. Math Rock from Japan in the vein of LITE and té. Released 1st demo. www.myspace.com/coaljapan