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ISAAC'S AIRCRAFT
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Run for the hills people, this isn't a metal review. For those of a non-blinkered disposition, please read on. 'Isaac's Aircraft' are a self-proclaimed Alternative/Indie/Rock band from Cambridge. It would be easy to focus on some current acts plying a similar trade, but that wouldn't do these young fellas justice. There is a distinctly early-90s vibe to this release. In fact, the one band that sprang to mind when listening to this, at least musically, was the much-missed Blameless. With only three songs on offer, it's obvious to say that the quality-bar is quite high. However, there is enough variety on offer too. 'Big Mammoth' is simply a stunning ballad-esque tune, with some delightful piano/guitar interplay, before upping the tempo and becoming a Keane-beater (which, admittedly, isn't difficult). For some reason vocalist Zak made me recall Mike Patton on this song at first; repeated listens couldn't quite make me figure out why though - his accent is distinctly English after all. No matter, this is a thoroughly enjoyable release that fans of piano-infused pop/rock will savour.
LABEL:
FORMAT:
Crash Records
EP
FRIENDS & FOES
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Review by Steve Cowan
RUNNING TIME:
9:45
RELEASE DATE:
6th April 2009
TRACK LISTING
1) Friends and Foes
2) Nothing To Relate
3) Big Mammoth
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN:
UK
"...a thoroughly enjoyable release that fans of piano-infused pop/rock will savour."