Sam Evian - Plunge
Sam Evian - Plunge
Some retro-flavoured psych-pop.
Sam Evian is clearly a big fan of the Beatles. And who isn’t? But those For You Blue guitar licks on Jacket indicate that he’s more than just a fan, he’s a student. Song structure, counter-melody, rhythm, it all evokes the Beatles and their contemporaries. That particularly perfect pop-craftsmanship that was so prevalent in the ‘60s.
It’s not a pastiche though! There’s plenty of modern indie-isms here, along with a a few alt-country touches. And it’s not like it could be mistaken for an album of that era. But it’s just super clear where Sam learned to write a song. And it would be hard to pick better teachers.
Solidly recommended.
Streaming below via Bandcamp.
Highlights: Jacket • Wind Blows • Runaway
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