Lost at Sea is the new album from North Wales/Cheshire band, The Reads, and their self-described "ambient-electro-folk-rock" sound doesn't disappoint.
Opening tracks Drowned and Lost At Sea give you a real feel for the bands sound and direction with melodic guitar riffs and soothing vocals this album is perfect for relaxing in the sun on a Sunday afternoon. The album also contains a pleasant surprise in the package, Schnitzler, which is fronted with female vocals giving an alternative twist on the established Reads character.
Closing track, Spitting Feathers has a sublime rhythm that brings the album to a satisfying close. So far, Spitting Feathers is the only track to have a video accompaniment, which shows a montage of old video clips. Both the video and track demonstrate the creativity of the band and gives an insight into the market they are heading for.
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Drawing from influences such as Pink Floyd, The Doves, Coldplay and Portishead, The Reads have developed and flawlessly crafted an individual sound with complimentary elements of others to make it listenable.
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