Wearside Indie pop eccentrics Frankie and the Heartstrings recently announced that they have signed a three-album deal with leading independent UK label Wichita Recordings. London based Wichita is home to Bloc Party, The Cribs and Simian Mobile Disco.

They released double A side single Tender / Want you back on April 26th through their own Popsex label. To find out more about the band and forthcoming tour dates, check the website here Frankie and the Heartstrings.