Wednesday, February 11, 2009

New Rhodes - Everybody Loves A Scene (2009)


New Rhodes are the kind of indie band that everybody loves; edgy and unique, donning that pleasant '80s spin. So why is this fashionable foursome more established in Japan than in the UK? The answer is unclear, but after their new release, the Brits should soon catch on.

Circulating material yet still remaining unsigned, '
Everybody Loves a Scene' is the new single from the forthcoming album of the same name. Catchy and full of flavour, the New Rhodes have certainly hit the mark when it comes to a light-hearted tune. 

Demonstrating an encouraging introduction through riffs that are strong enough to capture attention, the song really kicks in when drums and vocals are entered into the mixture. Fully alert and raring to go, the song provides the listener with one epic verse and chorus combination that you can't help but sing and dance to. Affix a Bruce Springsteen-esque underlay and the single is complete.

Lyrically, the Bristolian band unleash a slight cheese-factor where they tell a tale of knowing what’s at stake, but needing nothing else - even if everybody else does love a scene. How very charming, lads. Admittedly, overly complicated is not necessary when the music is this effervescent. 

It can be hard to stamp your mark on the indie/rock genre, but these guys have managed with ease. This is definitely worth a repeat listen - they have far too much depth to be branded 'just another'. -dailymusicguide.com


01. Everybody Loves A Scene
02. Come Into The Room
03. The Joys Of Finding And Losing That Girl
04. Let’s Talk
05. So Alone
06. The Bells Of St John
07. I’ll Wait For You By The Coast
08. A&E
09. Is This The Life You Want
10. 254
11. You Can Have It All
12. Primrose Hill
13. Nowhere Fast

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