Color me shocked. I got an email from a band asking me to review an album I was looking forward to, and I actually like it. Arpline has undergone lineup and name changes in the past few years and a total reconstructive sound surgery, of sorts. Their synth-driven rock lends less to the dance sound and more toward a thoughtful reconstruction of what new music can accomplish.
In other words, it’s lazy to call this “retro.” It’s even lazier to dismiss them with a label or moniker. There is some interesting shit going on here, and I am going to get to the bottom of it. Expect a review in a week or so. The album is out now, and available at your own price at their website. Free swag, dudes. Get used to it.
Second Listen was even better, kids.