Album Review: The Laurels - Sonicology

There's a lot of writing floating around linking The Laurels to shoegaze and Ride and My Bloody Valentine (this writer is not exempt).

Their live act emphasises might over matter, lending credibility to the theory. This is not so on record. Sonicology is a trip - heavy on groove but far less dominant in terms of volume and texture. Second single Hit & Miss is bright and accessible, while the other tracks (especially during the back half) dive down a rabbit hole of psychedelic Amen drum breaks and woozy riffing. Syrupy funk and smoky production come together for a laid-back late night rock record.