Portland's Optdemics have fashioned up an album that lives in the second half of the 60s. It could either be on the West Coast or close to Carnaby Street. Jangle fans will aslo adore it as will Medway fans. It is primarily Psych Pop, but also fits UK Beat wonderfully wet.
There are also surprises, splendid Brass breaks out in a few songs and a great heavier Guitar solo can also catch you unawares, such as on Honest Dan. It is at its best when it gets a little trippy and it does so without ever losing the Pop or seeming unnecessary.
Conman at Oktoberfest is much more straight ahead, with a plumier vocal, great female backing vocals and added excellent Farfisa. It is also has a fine Guitar solo that keeps line with the song. The Searchers comes across as very Spygenius, but even heads towards Toyshop.
T Street is top notch Jangle Pop and the Brass arrangement on No Good Deeds is totally engaging, a fine addition to a song that takes quite a few directions. There is so much to like here, beautifully performed and arranged by a band that you suspect have a twinkle in their eye.
You can listen to and buy the album here. It is available on Vinyl or as a download.
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