A folksy band that recently got my attention is In Miniature, a four piece folk outfit out of Chicago.
Not gonna lie, they got my attention by writing well, seeming quirky, and putting together one of the more adorable album covers I've seen (at left). I mean seriously, how cute is that little marsupial? Answer: Rill Cute.
Anywho, In Miniature combines a lot of sounds in a small space (ha) to evoke artists as disaparate as Smog and Dresden Dolls while maintaining a lighthearted feel throughout the EP. A great mix of self-awareness and grandiose aspiration.
I wish the vocals were a little more forward here - it's almost a little timid for my taste. The lo-fi feel, although fitting for "an indie-folk quartet from Chicago" is like working out and then putting on a mumu - flaunt it if you got it!
But in the end, it's tough to not have a soft spot for a band that self describes as having singers who "like to sing harmonies" and a bass played who "likes to stand quietly in the corner". The loose rhythmic composition and airy feel of their songs are perfect for a quiet afternoon. Fun to listen to, no doubt.
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