Out with the old, in with the mew

Danish alt rockers take on first China tour after 6-year recording break sparks fresh inspiration

It's no stretch to say that, when it comes to China's indie music scene right now, quirky is definitely in. So Danish alternative rock outfit Mew should feel right at home when they make their debut in China this month.

"Our music has always been a bit quirky," lead singer Jonas Bjerre tells China Daily in an e-mail interview. "It's always had that mix of immediacy and something that maybe takes a bit longer to get your head around. The songs are quite layered with lots of details."