I’m betting you’re either a supporter of Blindfold, or you’ve never heard of them. I fall into the latter category, so here’s a quick background: Blindfold are an Icelandic four-piece who create some very interesting atmospheric music.

Sad Face, their single which is released at the end of the month, is the first time I’ve ever heard their music. Things do not start well: the song begins according to the dreary singer/songwriter textbook. A minor-key acoustic guitar and some maudlin lyrics over the top.

The good news is that Blindfold – thankfully – don’t stop there. As the song progresses, beautiful layers of sound are introduced. It’s all very subtle, but in the course of the entire track I went from being vaguely annoyed to being enraptured by the closing notes. The introduction of a sweet bass melody, and the later arrival of a blissful string section elevate the song to new heights.

You can get a feel for more Blindfold music by visiting their MySpace page, which has Sad Face and a few other tunes. And right now, you can get a free digital EP by visiting their homepage. Having listened to a few of their songs, I can recommend them. I get a slight Damien Rice vibe from the band, so if that’s up your street, go and listen to more.