Interview: Death Cab For Cutie's Chris Walla

With the release 2005's Plans, Death Cab For Cutie transcended their status as darlings of the US indie scene and became a Grammy-nominated, mainstream concern. 2008 sees them release a darker, more guitar-heavy follow up in the shape of US #1 album Narrow Stairs. Amidst a whirlwind promotional tour, Death Cab guitarist and producer Chris Walla took the time out to talk to MusicRadar about the recording process behind Narrow Stairs - a process that saw him return to an all-analogue set-up with the band tracking most parts live in the studio. For more Death Cab For Cutie and the best music news, reviews and tuition, head to www.musicradar.com.