President Porpoise

(porpoise)

I really really like this.

I was initially excited after the first couple of songs, but the energy dropped as the album continued on. It definitely started to feel pretty derivative of Power Supply after a while. Not a whole lot to say about this; it was alright, but nothing super memorable to me. The first songs are definitely the standouts.

Highlights:
Blackout City
Jetpack Blues, Sunset Hues
Dawn Metropolis

Lowlights:
Danger Mountain

Bonus Cover Review:
Cute. Definitely better than Power Supply.

A very fun and energetic chiptune album. Pretty clearly influenced by classic video games, and sounds just like a soundtrack to one of them. Gets a little monotonous near the end, but still, it’s pretty fun.

Highlights:
Sting Operation
Helix Nebula
Power Supply

Bonus Cover Review:
Cute, but a little boring in my opinion.

While not subverting the indie rock genre in any noticeable way, Snail Mail still manages to provide a satisfying project with great strides made in instrumental and lyrical quality, along with a compelling vocal performance to boot. Lush is something I can get down to pretty much anytime of day, whether I’m driving to work or just screwing around my house. It serves as a very good background to a myriad of feelings, and isn’t really taxing at all to experience. It doesn’t ... read more