Trembling Blue Stars - fast trains and telegraph wires

Is this the end of the Trembling Blue Stars? Maybe so after seven albums but its a good way to end. The legacy of the Field Mice still shines through on what has to be the ultimate post-Sarah C86 group (or super group really considering who has played for them over the years). "My face for the world to see" is classic TBS, great indie pop song and opens the album well with its acoustic driven swift melody.

"In arrivals" is my favourite though, long-distance relationships strike a chord with so many of us these days. It has a great key change too, something i notice appearing more and more in indie pop these days. Its all there, great songs, great melodies, great writing, superb pop moments. The flame has been kept alive, it'll be interesting to see where the various personnel involved go next. CD #2 which is an EP of more experimental tracks from Rob Wratten could maybe give a clue.

• Fast Trains & Telegraph Wires (Amazon)