The Sylvia Platters never ever let you down. Now into their second decade, at times they sound very Indie 80s, a little C86, but to call them just that would be a major travesty. Their secret is their variety and these five songs demonstrate that perfectly.
You will have already heard both Alone and Gwendolyn Approximately on previous Listening To This Week. The former is darker with a Psych riff, enthralling. at times a little Post Punk, but with a chorus to die for. The latter catches you by surprise with another killer chorus, a slower melodic joy with a great Jangle to it and an extraordinarily ace Guitar outro.
False Colours is quality Indie Pop, a jaunty song that underlines the lyrical quality on show, showing an appreciation of what is happening around them. Tactical Lunch Box is more late 60s Psych Pop, built around a corking riff and an organ sound that reflects the period perfectly.
Time Takes Its Time is possibly the best song that wasn't written by Roddy Frame. Never afraid to Jangle, The Sylvia Platters are a band that knows exactly what they are about and want to take it further. I'd be greedy if I asked for more, these five songs will do me perfectly.
You can listen to and buy the EP here. It is available on Cassette and as a download.
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