For whatever reason, Remy Zero bailed on Geffen in search of wide open pastures for which to spread their ethereal rock. It was their release Villa Elaine that blew many a mind, so when word of The Golden Hum trickled down upon high, many were waiting with hands held to the sky.
To live up to the hype is a hard thing. The delayed foreplay of the title track as it trots into “Glorius #1” acts as a pier collapsing into the ocean. It’s the tempered mood that makes for melodious harmony. And believe that Remy Zero keeps giving long past the point of need. “Out/In” makes a good argument for the passing of the crown.
“Perfect Memory” brings Remy into a seventies pop sensational spirit. It’s this U2 and Manic Street Preacher system that burns together a tight knitted web. Just take a listen to the marvel that “Over The Rails & Hollywood High” opens right in front of us. It’s like staring at the sun without your eyes turning sightless. “Smile” seems to be more of a frown of forgotten love, the past and the potential for the future. It’s not all in vain.
“Bitter” would seem to sum this album up well. However, the bitterness isn’t quite bittersweet. It’s tart on the outside, but somewhere inside you have the feeling that the nectar will taste just a bit sweeter. Remy Zero masks the emotions in melancholy sounds that never really find themselves to feel so down. It’s their twisting in the wind while knowing exactly what it would take to get out of the storm that keeps you guessing and interested throughout.
+ charlie craine
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