For a first record, the British band Life In Film does an awful lot of things right on “Here It Comes.” The record is full of bouncy, fun singles that are summer, and club, ready.
But it also has a few slower, pretty moments that show a diversity and confidence not often heard in new bands. And at 10 songs and about 33 minutes, “Here It Comes” doesn’t overstay its welcome, and leaves the listener wanting more.
Life in Film is a guitar-driven quartet that plays jangly indie rock. Lead singer Samuel Fry sounds a lot like Kings of Leon’s Caleb Followill, so the band sounds somewhat like early-ish and better KOL. But Fry’s voice also has a bit of Ray Davies (The Kinks) and Kele Okereke (Bloc Party) in it.
The record was produced by Stephen Street, known best for his studio work with alt rock icons The Smiths and Blur.
The uptempo “Get Closer,” “This War” and “Alleyway” are the record’s strongest tracks. “Get Closer,” in fact, is among the most catchy songs of the year so far. But two ballads, “Anna, Please Don’t Go” and the beautiful closer, “Forest Fire,” also are highlights.
“Here It Comes” is worth a listen for fans of alternative and rock music, and Life In Film will be a band to watch.
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