More She Than Him

I feel sorry for Matt Ward. It must be hard being in a band where 99% of the focus seems to be on your band mate. Then again, it's not everyone who shares a band with a major Hollywood star in Zooey Deschanel, most recently seen in the wonderful (500) Days of Summer. Zooey has always had an interest in music and had recorded many self penned home demos before her movie career took off but, ever since, it seems she's used her films as a vehicle for her voice. I can remember her singing prominently in Elf, Yes Man, and there was a karaoke scene in (500) Days of Summer as well, but fair play to her.

Now She and Him are back with the first song to be taken from their sophomore album, 'Volume Two'. 'In The Sun' is a summery, feel good tune with a catchy piano hook and a fun chorus with guest vocals from Tilly and the Wall. I can't quite make my mind up about Zooey's vocals though. They're perfect for this kind of music, sugary and sweet but I don't see any real power to it, which I suppose is a moot point if they keep on putting out sunny pop like this.

'In The Sun' is released on March the 15th and you can listen to it below.