A scratchy, funk-inflected guitar bite and syncopated rhythm section define this remarkably tactile debut. Emerging from the ashes of their high school rock incarnation, the five-piece crafts a sophisticated blend of melody and groove that bridges the gap between garage-rock energy and a smoky, late-night atmosphere.
The record thrives on the friction between elastic, restless vocals and a band that sounds like they are actually playing together in a room, capturing a raw, analog-leaning warmth before the digital pop machine takes over.
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