Press Release Jan ‘08
The Flaws release debut album in Italy /March and April dates
The Flaws have issued a new version of the album track Slowdance to radio. Already playlisted at 2FM and Today FM it has received a great reaction from dj's and fans alike. The track was re-recorded by Phil Hayes and produced by Brian Crosby (BellX1 / The Cake Sale). The band are currently touring nationwide and are selling out venues along the way. Their debut album Achieving Vagueness has just been released in Italy and the band have recently returned from their debut tour there.. The reaction has been great with the single 'Sixteen', already receiving heavy rotation on some Italy's biggest radio stations.
Already this year The Flaws were shortlisted for the prestigious Choice Music Prize 'Irish Album of the Year ', and nominated for two Meteor Awards in the categories 'Best Irish Album', and 'Best Irish Band'.
The Flaws released their debut album 'Achieving Vagueness', on their own independent label Arrivals Records in Sept '07 and it entered the Irish Charts at No. 18. The album went on to receive amazing reviews in the Irish press garnering a 4 out of 5 in both 'the ticket' and 'day and night'. John Meagher claiming 'the flaws have delivered the best irish album of the year'. 'Achieving Vagueness', also featured in all of the top media end of year polls. 2007 also saw The Flaws perform on 'Other Voices', take part in the 2FM 2moro 2our and HWCH's, play some excellent support slots with The Fratellis and Editors, tour as special guests with The Thrills and appear at Le Cheile, Castlepalooza, Indie-Pendence, Feile Beo and Electric Picnic Festivals. These appearances and their constant touring has been paramount in the band winning over many new fans and leading to sell-out shows at Whelans, Crawdaddy and The Spirit Store towards the end of the year.

Live Dates March / April
Wed 26th Mar Sandino’s, Derry
Fri 28th Mar Roisin Dubh, Galway
Sat 29th Mar The Stables, Mullingar 2FM all ages show 3-7pm
Wed 02nd Apr Auntie Annies ,Belfast
Thu 10th Apr Murphys Live , Cyprus Avenue (Cork)
Thu 24th Apr National Student Awards Final ,The Village (Dublin)

Press Quotes
‘Absolutely Flawless: The Irish band to watch in 2008’. John Meagher Irish Independent ****
‘The Flaws have delivered the best Irish album of the year’. Day and Night Irish Independent
‘Achieving Vagueness’ is the sort of calling card that most young bands can only dream of’. John Meagher Irish Independent ****
‘a serious contender for best Irish album of 2007’ Johnnie Craig In Dublin Magazine
‘the bands album is the best release by an Irish act this year’ Herald AM
‘a flawed gem indeed’, Kevin Courtney, Irish Times ****
‘instant classic’ is a hackneyed phrase but, in the case of The Flaws, feels entirely deserved’. Eamon de Paor, Metro
‘one of the best Irish debut albums of recent times. Without a doubt. Cara In-flight Magazine
‘in Paul Finn they have a singer of distinction, the undiluted sincerity of his vocal gently enfolding the intimate, love-bruised lyrics. Achieving Vagueness is a confident debut. Alternative Ulster Magazine

Press: Lisa Turner at lisa@theflaws.com or phone +353-87-9945878.
Management: Derek Turner 042 9329649 tumbleweedstudios@eircom.net
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‘You and I’ a lilting slice of indie dreaminess that glides on glittering guitars. Metro ****

‘Absolutely Flawless: The Irish band to watch in 2008’. John Meagher Irish Independent ****

‘The Flaws have delivered the best Irish album of the year’. Day and Night Irish Independent

‘Achieving Vagueness’ is the sort of calling card that most young bands can only dream of’. John Meagher Irish Independent ****

‘a serious contender for best Irish album of 2007’ Johnnie Craig In Dublin Magazine

‘the bands album is the best release by an Irish act this year’ Herald AM

‘a flawed gem indeed’, Kevin Courtney, Irish Times ****

‘instant classic’ is a hackneyed phrase but, in the case of The Flaws, feels entirely deserved’. Eamon de Paor, Metro

‘one of the best Irish debut albums of recent times. Without a doubt. Cara In-flight Magazine

‘in Paul Finn they have a singer of distinction, the undiluted sincerity of his vocal gently enfolding the intimate, love-bruised lyrics. Achieving Vagueness is a confident debut. Alternative Ulster Magazine