more by Christopher John Treacy
Punk-pop? Pop-punk? Emo? Whatever term you prefer, the idea was to put a melodic, digital spin on the classically agro-punk ideal, offering a precision makeover that captured the collective imaginations of aughties teens.
[ROCK] Toronto-based five piece Like Pacific comes fresh-faced to 2015 with a newly inked deal via Pure Noise/New Damage and a subsequent self-titled EP (actually, their third), out this week.
People recall the Motels for their 1980’s chart toppers “Only the Lonely” and “Suddenly Last Summer,” both excellent examples of moody, new-wave to synth-pop crossover from the early MTV era.
There’s a certain tone you’d expect from an album recorded in a liquor store basement. Brimstone Blondes’ AGE OF CONSENT harnesses the productive buzz portion of a bender; when ideas flow freely and chemistry magically manifests.
Pam Swarts loves Buffalo… most of the time.