After listening to just a couple tracks off their debut album one quickly picks up on the distinct lo-fi, So-Cal sound that is Best Coast. The band calls this their first "full length" album, however from the beginning of track 1 to the end of track 13 is just under 32 minutes. Despite the short duration of this album, it is not lacking in content or substance. The female fronted trio from Los Angeles delivers an experience that is relevant and complex, but not too heavy. The tracks are melodic, but in an almost haunting way that sets a mellow tone. The laid back west coast sound coupled with the longing and, at times, pain expressed lyrically throughout this work conjure memories of cold days in summer...in the sense that it is a contradiction and a rarity, but also a reprieve from a lot of the indy garbage that seems to come out of southern California. "Crazy For You" addresses love, relationships, and fear of loneliness in a practical way most people will be able to relate to, whether you're a Wayfarer-rocking hipster or not.

RedletterDaydream

Past Works:
N/A

Track:
Our Deal

What can I say? This is just a fun, cute, and romantic album. I fell upon this album by accident and I was fastened to the song "Please Speak Well Of Me". You have to remember this is coming from a huge fan of black metal and punk. And I'm coming out to say that this is "cute."  I'm not ashamed. Each song sounds excellent and is crystal clear. Excellent recording by the artist and the other individuals that worked on this album. This is another duo that hit the scene around 03' but I missed them and you probably did as well. BUt they are one of the better folk-rock bands that I've heard in a while. Deb Talan (band member) has a haunting voice. Literally. After you turn down the volume and go about your business you will still hear her voice in your mind. This is a must for any indie or folk fan, and I highly suggest you check them out.

LoopedEyeless

Past Works:
Hideaway
Say I Am You
Happiness

Track:
Please Speak Well Of Me

This is the follow up release from Bombay Bicycle Club's debut album "I Had The Blues But I Shook Them Loose" I was hooked on "Lamplight" for a while on that album. I as hoping this album would have the same catch as the first one did, I thought that was happening when I first heard "Rinse Me Down" (awesome song) but the rest of the album is just there. I'm not the biggest indie fan in the world but I do enjoy some, they just sound like they are trying a little to hard on this one, a little Simon & Garfunkel-esque but not quite reaching that fathom.  I recommend "Rinse Me Down" and listen to the other tracks to make a desicion for yourself, but I do advise you to check out their first album before you attempt "Flaws".

LoopedEyeless

Past Works:
I Had The Blues But I Shook Them Loose

Track:
Rinse Me Down

Sleigh Bells told me they existed and were here to rock the F-ing house with their songs "Tell 'Em", and the beloved track "Infinity Guitars". This is the debut album from the rock duo, and I haven't heard a duo this powerful since Death From Above 1979's debut, "You're A Woman, I'm A Machine". The amazing guitar riffs and wonderfully crafted electronic beats make this album a must buy for any indie rock/electronic funk fan. I promise you will not be disappointed if you give this a listen, if you choose to give this great band a chance,  I would listen to "Infinity Guitars" and your music void will be filled.

LoopedEyeless



Past Works:
2HELLWU

Track:
Infinity Guitars