Having maybe frightened the horses with the last review. The three EPs covered tonight conclude with something nearer to home. Oakland Trio The Goods offer up vintage Power Pop that brings big reminders of the revival of the genre in the late 70s early 80s.
It is wonderfully performed, written and arranged. The Jangle and the Twang of Hear Me is an absolute joy to listen to, a big chorus, a magnificent hook and everything that Power Pop should be. But none of the four songs are better than the other. All are ace.
Dear Angeline again has touches of the 80s, but also hints at Merseybeat. David Jones Is Dead is shorter, but also a little loser and again mixes decades with a 70s Glam and Pop Rock vibe, but also pointing at the 90s Not Lame days.
I'm Not The Only One is much more 60s with an absolute gem of a riff. The trio lock into the beat and special mention has to go to Rob Good who should be charged with being in possession of a voice that is ideal for Power Pop. As catchy as catchy can be, the self titled EP is an absolute winner and promises much for the future,
You can listen to and buy the EP here.
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