Back to our roots with the great Power Pop that is Longtime Beginner. The Brooklyn quartet can be Classic Power Pop, but also have the ability to step into other directions. This is largely helped by all four being vocalists.
Indeed for all the Power Pop, one of the best songs is the closer Thumbs Up which is looser and more West Coast Rock, Classic Rock even. Wheelhouse has that feel too, although a little slower and more brooding than Thumbs Up.
It is the Poppier moments that resonate most though. Particularly the magnificent opener First-Time Caller, built on a wonderful Power Pop riff and a vocal that is almost Feargal Sharkey. Pipe Dream is a little more laidback, but just as effective.
Giant even gets a little Psych Pop riff wise and shows even more variety, a little Garage feel at times and Bright Balloon gets more classic Power Pop and the four are really good at that too. Loads to like on this really enjoyable listen.
You can listen to and buy the album here. It is available on Vinyl and as a download.
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