ArdentJohn’s debut album is a laid back, lolloping, confident trip into the wilds of Scotland – or so it feels anyway. Spending the last 12 months building up a solid UK fanbase the band recently signed with Slow Train Records and are, judging from this release, on the way to a steady career.
Whilst this is nothing groundbreaking ArdentJohn are likely to be one of those bands who are around forever, often in your subconscious and you find know all the songs. Much better in my opinion.
Richly produced and full of catchy acoustic pop this is an accomplished album. The gently building ‘intro’ entices you in, setting the scene for an album of musical and lyrical accomplishment. Stand out tracks are ‘Legoland Towns’ – a jaunty, catchy slice of pop and closer, ‘Synapses’ which features beautiful, intricate melody and haunting vocals.
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Rich, textured and melodic. This is an album that should be in everyone’s collection, it might not be something you want to listen to all the time but its perfect for those Sunday afternoons and gentle summer days.
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