With a string of media buzz surrounding Great Northern (Solon Bixler and Rachel Stolte), their second release is proof of a more mature, experienced duo that have toured with the likes of Ladytron and Fiery Furnaces, and a new album produced by a team who’s worked with Beck and B.R.M.C. Boosted by oodles of cred behind them and a previous stunner of an album, Trading Twilight For Daylight, the band’s latest is a dreamy reflection that exudes a warmth and calm, a perfect meeting of gritty indie and polished rock. Notable tracks “Houses,” “Stop,” and “Driveway” are definite playbacks that will be a sound of the summer, especially if grazing along misty highways out West. And since this band shows their most epic side live, don’t miss them when they tour this May. (Eenie Meenie Records) –Andrea D’Alessandro

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