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Album Review: Problems - For The Ages

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A solid diversely influenced debut release that does well to maintain an offbeat, distinguishable pulse of its own.

 

Perfectly timed for the meteoric rise in popularity of chillwave is the debut EP from Adelaide-based duo, Problems. For The Ages is laden with eclectic synthetic stringed and bowed instruments, layered pads and ambient vocals. Opener Bruised and Capture Me are dreamy and peaceful with the reverb-drenched staccato riffage giving off a slight The xx vibe. Some Carribean influences a la St Lucia can be noted in Alighted while some flamenco and Middle Eastern elements can be heard throughout. A solid diversely influenced debut release that does well to maintain an offbeat, distinguishable pulse of its own.