Album Review: Tired Lion - All We Didn't Know

This outfit's distinguished sprawling grunge pop incorporates the echoing reverb of '90s psych rock with frontwoman Sophie Hope's naïve but powerful voice. Though her sugary vocal style is irksome in gentler moments (parts of Too Much Of Nothing), they're unique and refreshingly bright amongst the coarser sections of this release. Opener Just Don't See It ends with some wonderfully howling vocals blended into dense instrumentation for a misty, spectral finish. This EP strikes a fine balance between grittiness and sweetness in an infectious, adventurous manner, showcasing the clear merits of female-driven alt.rock groups.