This London based quartet are off to a golden start, The Shantics
started off 2018 by releasing their first official release and signing to
Goldun Egg.
The Shantics released their debut single Mind Pop in
January, the track is a great first insight into what’s to come from them this
year. Mind Pop this is a solid tune, it’s got everything you
could desire from an indie rock track; smooth vocals, catchy lyrics and
electrifying riffs that’ll have you looping the song on repeat.
The introduction is a soothing layering of guitars and
symbols with frontman Jimmy’s caramel vocals coming in instantly. The track
keeps you in anticipation throughout the entire song, constantly building you
up for an explosion of energy and then stripping it all back down again. When
it finally lets loose it’s a sweet release of indie rock goodness, it’s that
moment you imagine live would be incredible to witness, where everyone would
feel it coming and just go for it.
Mind Pop is easily listening, it’s well written, well
recorded and packed into a tight bundle of professional level stuff. The Shantics
have produced a great song that really just helps the argument that there is
more talent in the up and coming scene than the mainstream seems to want to acknowledge. These
guys are definitely another band to keep your eye on this year, I expect when
they start gigging further astray from London their fan base will increase
hugely!
Listen to 'Mind Pop' here
Review by Holly Beson-Tams
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