Alternative rock band thisfamiliarsmile have just dropped their new EP, Short Stories, and it’s shaping up to be the thing that puts them on the music map.
The EP opens with a strong stand out track ‘A Fabulous Way to Kill Some Time’, from the first note it has you hooked, what really stands is the use of the backing vocals, they’re not overbearing and not placed there just for the sake of it, bringing a depth to the song.
‘You Were A Punchline’ comes in with quite a smooth opening, just enough to peak your interest and really picks up at the end.
‘On Piano Strings’ starts the stereotypical slow heartfelt song that every band seems to have, but it’s really not, it’s written in a very clever manner, as it progresses, the speed picks up leaving you pleasantly surprised.
Closer ‘I Had Passion’ is a case of finishing strong, from the first note you will be bouncing in your seat with excitement, it’s exactly what an alt rock band should sound like.
Words: Lauren Greig
