Here Comes the Rumour Mill cover

Here Comes the Rumour Mill

Young Knives · 2006

6 min · 2 tracks · indie rock ยท art rock

Crisp guitar riffs and sharp, satirical lyrics create a vibrant commentary on modern life and social dynamics.

Here Comes the Rumour Mill is a single by Young Knives, released in 2006. Crisp guitar riffs and sharp, satirical lyrics create a vibrant commentary on modern life and social dynamics. This album received critical acclaim, charting at number 30 on the UK Albums Chart and earning a nomination for the Mercury Prize. Its clever lyrical content and catchy melodies helped solidify Young Knives as a prominent act in the mid-2000s indie rock revival. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Here Comes the Rumour Mill sound like?

Crisp guitar riffs and sharp, satirical lyrics create a vibrant commentary on modern life and social dynamics. Rooted in indie rock and art rock.

What makes Here Comes the Rumour Mill by Young Knives notable?

This album received critical acclaim, charting at number 30 on the UK Albums Chart and earning a nomination for the Mercury Prize. Its clever lyrical content and catchy melodies helped solidify Young Knives as a prominent act in the mid-2000s indie rock revival. Released in 2006, 'Here Comes the Rumour Mill' marked Young Knives' debut album following their 2005 EP 'The Young Knives'. At this point, they were establishing themselves in the UK indie rock scene after gaining initial attention with their energetic performances and distinctive sound.

How many songs are on Here Comes the Rumour Mill?

Here Comes the Rumour Mill has 2 tracks, running approximately 6 minutes.

Tracklist

2 tracks·6:42

Best experienced from track one โ€” press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Here Comes the Rumour Mill Standout 3:35
  • 2 We Are the Also Rans Standout 3:06

Release Date

February 27, 2006

Genre

art rock, indie rock

More albums in art rock

Artist Origin

United Kingdom

Runtime

6 min 42 sec