A hidden gem from the Oxford youngsters, whose dreamlike melodies flutter like a mid-afternoon breeze.

Layering trickling harps and strings over soft vocals in meditative prayer, this second album really places these woozy eccentrics alongside the likes of Arcade Fire.

No instrument remains undisturbed here, as accordions, flutes, trumpets and organ transport all and sundry into a veritable orchestral wonderland.

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Jonquil
"Lions"

1. Lily
2. Sudden Sun
3. Keep It In Keeping
4. Pencil, Paper
5. Babe, So Now Why No?
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7. Lions
8. Here's To The Little Man
9. Subtle Strains
10. Magdalen Bridge
11. Whistle Low
12. Sleepy Like Pudding
13. Shore
14. I Don't Need Advice

CD album