Memory Tapes' fantastic debut Seek Magic, featuring Bicycle-perhaps my favorite song of 2009-was deep, weird, and captivating. Tempering its distorted vocals and mysterious rhythms, Memory Tapes loved New Order-esque guitar solos on Seek Magic. On their new single Today is Our Life, off their upcoming as yet untitled album, Memory Tapes take a few steps away from Bicycle towards poppy, or mainstream if you will, electronic music. Still using the New Order guitars, Today Is Our Life is more upbeat and joyous than anything off Seek Magic. The mystery and creepy atmospherics are toned down in favor of showcasing vocals that now sound normal. While a surprise based on their previous work, the general laid back vibe remains and Today Is Our Life is a fantastic track with a great groove and plenty of synth and guitar solos. I am very much looking forward to seeing what Memory Tapes have to offer in 2011.
Memory Tapes - Today Is Our Life (YSI) (filesavr)
Memory Tapes - Bicycle (YSI) (filesavr)
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