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DC post pop rockers, Drop Electric, release their new album.
Drop Electric can write a tune or two you
know. The four piece, made up of the
children of immigrant families, make music that is both appealing and well
constructed. Mixes of electronica and
rock come together with some heavy bass and good solid pop rock songs. There are nice effects thrown in too, ‘Wack
Rapper Admits Defeat’ (aside from being a wonderful sing title) is a short
instrumental full of crackling sounds to a near reggae/trip hop mix. Short and sweet
Lyrics and vocals are provided by Kristina
Reznikov, and whilst the words aren’t always decipherable, it does create an
air of mystique sandwiched somewhere between Sigur Ros and Elizabeth
Fraser. Whilst the PR claims her vocals
soar, they rarely do, but to be honest it’s a claim that is really unnecessary. Her vocals are competent and polished without
over hyping, and compliment the backing with ease.
The title track starts with a monotone
eeriness which soon incorporates a strong synth hook and spiralling
vocals. There’s a vocoder somewhere
along the line which is unwelcome but thankfully limited which doesn’t detract
from an incredibly infectious melody.
‘Blue Dream’ is another
strong track with a stomp drum and again very catchy chorus in a song that is
destined for bigger things. Think
Cocteau Twins hinged to some good 80s pop and you won’t be far wrong, complete
with cries, loops and shouts it’s a fine track, likewise with ‘Starfox’ which
has a vocal that seems to be out of time with the music but just seems to work
perfectly.
Album closer ‘Among Dying
Dreams’ again rises from the embers and maintains an infectious quality
throughout. A five and a half minute
instrumental where hints of Visage, ABC
and countless other great bands from yesteryear can be hard against a very unique
backdrop of their own.
In essence, Drop Electric
are no mugs. In ‘Waking Up To The Fire’
they display a confidence and maturity which is beyond their years and have
released an album which really deserves some positive acclaim.
8/10
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Published by Louder Than War 19/11/13 - here
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