Domenica 2 Set 2007, 11:10

Fri 19 Jan – Goodbye Motel
I guess I could quickly say they sound a touch like a slightly less angst ridden early Radiohead. They may musically somewhat resemble Deathcab For Cutie but with a strong, soaring vocal replacing the little boy lost singing style of the Americans. There might be a bit of Muse in them with a little less pomp. You may even be put in mind of mid nineties Manics.

You'll possibly hear something of Kent or Jump Little Children too. What was that, you haven't heard of Kent or Jump Little Children? Probably just as well, they're not actually that similar, I was just showing off a little of my band knowledge…want to be my friend now?

Anyway, having failed in my good intentions I can say that regardless of who they may be compared to they have a great sound, and a sound that is still all their own. Powerful vocals, drumming tighter than Tara Reid's top in rainy season, great guitar work, bass lines that surge forward like Tara Reid to the bar at happy hour, huge electric flourishes permeating their catchy as hell songs; catchy as a Tara Re…OK I'll leave her alone now.

In all seriousness though, I challenge you to get their infectious songs out of your head after seeing one of their short and intense shows. There is no better evidence of which than the hook laden chorus to set opener Not Anymore. There are no shortage of further examples however; the melodic All That Bad or brooding slow-burner Set It Off being prime exhibits. Half way through their set and it's time to turn on the bright Operation Lights a wonderfully atmospheric and moody track that would not be out of place on an Interpol or Editors album; in fact it would illuminate either's repertoire. Things come to a perfect climax with the soaring Hell Out Of Here. All in all what more could you ask for? Some chums to go see their gigs with perhaps? When there is music this good to occupy your time though, who needs friends?

Adam Sharp
Indie Initiative