THE DOLLDRUMS

THE DOLLDRUMS




As most bands upcoming on the scene in Ireland at the moment The Dolldrums give an edge to indie rock music as they like to call it but im hearing more of popped up punk melodies with a grunge flavor.... in a good way... this is one band that has created cunning and catchy tunes and have then down to a tee, with this 3 track stunner Ep with tunes like "Magic Car" pissed up popped punk with spilling in your face lyrics and a melody to get your body moving, this tune has some great potential across the media board. "Sarcastic Swipes" OK The Dolldrums express the indie feel in this tune with chorus and melody but lacks the kick that needs to be giving to the tune, if this is the anthem tune its too short but would be more of a live song than an Ep filler. "Ballad of a wheeler dealer" This is more of a different side to this band they still hold the great melodic approach but give more on the vocal and backing vocal, for one minute I could hear The Beatles maybe that is the indie influence in the band but this is not a bad tune by far.. it could be what they call a sneaker... maybe? but watch out for it, excellent stuff from The Dolldrums this Ep really impressed me this one goes in the collection big time.

Review by T.Halpin

RANK: ****** 6 out of 6

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