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February 19, 2016 / Release Date

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Nonesuch / Label

Pop Soul / Genres

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RforS

One of the most common downfalls of indie music criticism is that dark, introspective music tends to receive the most rapturous acclaim. Music that is lighter, intended for more simple enjoyment is often cast aside in favour of the latest opus. As such, bands that display substantial creativity and technical skill can be ignored, and Lake Street Dive are very susceptible to this.

The band’s brand of soul rock is energetic and fun, but it lacks the defining gimmick that more popular bands ... read more

veery

Slightly less consistent than their previous two albums but still fun, immediate, and virtuosic, “Side Pony” is another solid addition to Lake Street Dive’s impressive catalogue of retro pop-soul. “Side Pony” is more specifically 70s than Lake Street Dive has been before, exploring disco, uptempo soul-rock, and more traditional pop melodies as well. Unsurprisingly, Rachael Price nails everything she attempts. Not only does she pull off each of these genres through ... read more

tha138

Fifth album for the playful band from Boston, who tries to have a good time with the word, old-fashioned, hanging all over its front.

DiegoPaim01

Bem divertido este disco, Funk Rock com melodias bem construídas, vocais bem performados e uma pegada pop upbeat que em nenhum momento cai na superficialidade vazia ou algo do tipo. Porém, apesar das canções serem doces e divertidas de ouvir, falta maior contundência para ser algo realmente interessante que te prenda atenção, de forma que dificilmente lembrarás das músicas pouco depois de ouvi-las, é pouco memorável. ... read more

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