Two thirds of this Seattle Trio are from Math And Physics Club and there is the odd time that comparison leaks out. Kevin Emerson and Ethan Jones are joined by Jen Fox for the Model Shop debut album, released on the excellent Meritorio Records label.
Love Interest is lovingly crafted Melodic Pop that sounds little like America, having far more in common with both the UK and New Zealand scene. At times there is a real sophistication to the songs with their tight arrangements and vocal splendour.
But when they do let go, they sound more and more Indie especially on the ace Guitar Pop of I Was Told This Would Be Easy which is a far more urgent affair. The Quieter Life even has a point where it gets a little shouty towards the end, although that is probably more like a Loud Whisper.
The slower songs are more Dream Pop, all excellently worked to perfection. A Simple Emotion even gets pretty close to Aztec Camera and Compilation Tape is the sound of young Glasgow. Lucky is such a great Pop Song, jaunty, feel good, an absolute joy.
I hate to use the word lovely, but this is indeed exactly that. The sound and production puts a smile on your face and the switch of vocals works really well. Proof that you don't have to riff or batter your audience into submission/ Particularly when your choruses are as great as this.
You can listen to the album here. You can find out more about the band here. You can discover Meritorio Records here.
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