By no means is this the only subject on the album. “Simon Le Bon” is an absolutely fabulous tribute to '80s pop. It'll make you think of Aqua Net and synthesizers. The Duran Duran vibe commingled with '70s fuzziness makes for an interesting combo. “Gardening” is their snappy, lascivious entry. “Still Sleeping” is a dreamy, yet boring track. There's a nice beat wrapped up in it – the ring of the snare was especially appealing - but it becomes to repetitive and hazy.
Among the songs included from Wait For is the track “Two Left Feet.” This was the best song on the EP and it still holds that title on No Hang-ups. The vocals are consistent; the song builds a gorgeous atmosphere. Everyone can identify with the feelings of adolescent sorrow and lack of confidence it exudes. “You can't dance/won't take a chance/it's true what they said before/you're wasting her time,” they sing and you're wrapped up in the song immediately.
The band's simple sound is strong and full. It's easy to pick out instruments. The drums sound crisp and tight, the bass is strong, the guitar prominent. The rhythm section lays down some good tempos and creates strong backbones for the songs. The vocals are sometimes reminiscent of the Beatles, sometimes the Doors. They oscillate between baritone-game-show-host to nasal and whiny to stringy and tremulous, youthful and strong.
This is their first full length album and it shows much promise. The band has an identity and a voice. With a little more consistency and some better structure they've got the ability to go far. This band will grow on you without a doubt.
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