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Feb 7, 2011It may be nothing all that new, but whether it's a nostalgia trip or a first-time discovery of just how well noise and melody can blend together, Kudos is vital listening for indie rock fans in 2011.
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Feb 7, 2011Kudos doesn't so much follow on from the ragged density of songs like 'Mt. Kill' and 'Dickshakers Union' off their debut EP, but actually illustrates a band who've developed both a sound and identity all of their own in the process
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Feb 7, 2011Yes, its influences are easily identifiable and fairly fashionable, but the manner in which they're woven together renders the "derivative" tag a tad harsh in their case. Most importantly, their tunes are hard to shake.
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Feb 15, 2011Kudos is considerably more laid back and vibe-heavy. The guitars still jingle-jangle, just with a little more economy.
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Feb 7, 2011At its best, Surf City's debut is catchy in both melodies and enthusiasm. And while the latter occasionally prevents this album from achieving resonant emotional depths, "Icy Lakes" suggests that they are very capable of achieving those if they so choose.