The Magnetic Fields - Distortion (***1/2)

8th and noisiest album yet from the beloved indie-pop group led by the inimitable Stephin Merritt. A nice return to form after a five year absence.

Highlights: "California Girls", "Drive on, Driver", "The Nun's Litany".

RIYL: The Jesus & Mary Chain, Beat Happening, Jens Lekman, Broadcast.


"California Girls" (unofficial fan video)

• Download: The Magnetic Fields - "Too Drunk to Dream"