Emer
>> Emer>> Gargleblast Records
It's an awesome effort of substance over style on this tragically short compact disc from Emer. Peeling out with a Kings of Leon jangle on opener 'Windows Close' before bludgeoning the listener with one of the riffs of the year is a fair description of the first minute or so. You'd reckon a hefty head scratch and a 'what the...' would be in order, but the best thing is that it never feels dumbed down or out-of-place.
The tourist board should adopt the wonderful Scottish resonance of 'Speed Of Dark', an eerie and atmospheric song that seems to embody the true feeling of our surroundings; theres life in the hills. The harmonious, driving song craft also owes as much to Wilco as it does to Idlewild; there's a feeling of belonging here that would translate in most cultures.
This is a magnificent release that should be on everyones wish list.
>> Russell Moore
www.emernoise.co.uk
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