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East Grand Blues: Greenhornes' New EP Feels Stuck in Time
16 Sep
Summary
- Greenhornes' new EP 'East Grand Blues' produced by Brendan Benson.
- The EP features cleaner, more polished production than previous work.
- Critics suggest the EP's sound is dated, reminiscent of past trends.
The Greenhornes, a garage rock band from Cincinnati, have released their latest EP, 'East Grand Blues.' Produced by Brendan Benson, this collection of five songs marks a departure from their signature blistering and raw sound, leaning towards a more polished and studied approach. Despite the sonic refinement, the EP has been met with criticism for sounding dated, evoking a past musical revival rather than a contemporary sound.
While early tracks like "I'm Going Away" and "Shelter of Your Arms" are described as lackluster, the EP gains momentum with tracks like "At Night," which blends Kinks-inspired verses with psychedelic choruses. "Pattern Skies" and "Shine Like the Sun" also showcase the band's refined sound with catchy melodies and driving instrumentation. However, the overall sentiment is that 'East Grand Blues' would have been better received several years prior, highlighting a perceived disconnect from current musical trends.
