Bell Orchestre, the side project featuring members of Montreal rockers Arcade Fire, will release a new album this year.

As Seen Through Windows will be the second release from the six-piece group who count Arcade Fire's Sarah Neufeld and Richard Parry amongst their members, and will be released on October 5.

The band will also play the following live dates:

September 6 Dublin Electric Picnic

September 7 Glasgow The Arches

September 9 London Relentless Garage