First Impressions: Brass Bed

Brass Bed
Melt White
Park The Van
Release Date: September 21


Tracklist:

01. Aria
02. People Want To Be Happy (Summertime)
03. Miniature Day Parade
04. Panthers
05. Begs Me Not To Beg
06. God Saves The Thieves
07. Maybe It's Not Me
08. Strangers
09. Bums On The Radio
10. Pop Mission
11. Farmers

First Impressions:

-This is the Lafayette, Louisiana natives’ first record since Midnight Matinee. The album was recorded in Austin with Danny Reisch at Cacophony Recorders and Good Danny's studios.

-The album starts with “Aria,” which opens with a slow acoustic guitar, and a soothing melody. Singer Christiaan Mader’s vocals are reminiscent of Ben Folds works well together with the piano track that lays the background of.

-“Begs Me Not To Beg” is a bit different than it’s predecessor. It has an alt-country vibe to it with a neat slide pedal steel, cool harmonies and the reverb on the guitar adds a nice touch as well.

-“Pop Mission” is a real rocker and a nice change of pace. The song is short, clocking in a brisk 2:08 but has a driving guitar and you can’t help but headbang to this track.


Key Tracks:

“Bums On The Radio,” “God Saves The Thieves,” and “Strangers.”

Predictions:

Brass Bed’s brand of indie-pop is a nice evolution from the band’s previous album. The songwriting is strong and the music is fun. Expect to hear these guys on college radio sometime very soon.