Genre: Indie Rock
Lucky, the new Nada Surf record is pure pop bliss. From the first song, "See These Bones" and it's melodic guitar tune to the last, "The Film Did Not Go 'Round" and it's tale of a broken projector, Nada Surf captures indie pop with catchy and memorable lyrics. The first single, "Whose Authority" stands out with harmonizing riffs and a chorus you won't forget, "On whose authority/I have none over me/On whose authority/There's none that I can see." The records projects feelings of restlessness, longing and the elusiveness of love as intimate tunes become we're-all-in-this-together anthems. Ben Gibbard makes a guest appearance on "See These Bones" as well. The versatility in song structure and instruments reflects a mature band that really knows how to write songs ("Are You Lightning?" especially). The album is both fresh and grounded in the Nada Surf tradition, with exceptional drum work from Ira Elliot, hooking bass from Daniel Lorca, and ever improving vocals from Matthew Caws. Lucky is out February 5th on Barsuk Records.
Album Rating: 4.5/5
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