The mysterious Star Department have been releasing music since 2006, but despite having early track ‘Embers’ chosen for the Aer Lingus in-flight track list, their serene alt. pop never crossed my ears until today. Mixed by Field Music brother David Brewis, ‘Antlers’ is a beguiling and lovable introduction to the band, who clearly employ both book smarts and street smarts in their songwriting. Set mouths to drool for their debut album, The Pea Green Boat, which comes out later in the year.