Posted by KB on 8/9/2020 to
Reviews In Brief
Trippy, indie rock that would have nestled nicely in the college radio format of years gone by. To some of us it is retro, requiring a quick look up to ensure that it is truly a new release. The dead give away is that the production is much better than similar bands back in late 80s and 90s. The duo Gum Country employs laid back, echo-layered vocals, electro high-trebled drums, amplified distorted guitars and just enough synths for quirkiness. Think of an edgier version of the Cocteau Twins. Their songs are simple but they do expand and become something different by the end, as in There's A Crumb that goes from a monotone melody to a full out pop jam. "Somewhere" is one of those albums that become a go to and you don't realize you are placing that responsibility on it.
Favorite Songs: Somewhere, There's A Crumb, Pills, Brain Song, Whoa Oh
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