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10 Friends 100 Albums: Album 6 (Ethan)

Peach Pit is a band I've always been meaning to check out ever since my brother initially recommended them to me, and considering his taste in music I always thought they would be akin to bands like Mom Jeans or Fidlar or something to that effect. This album is actually nothing like that at all, and honestly kinda took me aback at how subtle and tender it was the entire time.

Allegedly recorded in a small room in the middle of the night, this record certainly sounds quiet. The instrumentation rarely rises above speaking voice levels, rather keeping things at an intimate closeness that makes it feel like you're listening around a campfire. The vocals are slightly hushed but sung confidently, giving a unique sound that lends well to the style, and in turn makes it stand out as well.

I particularly liked the song "Everything about you" because of it's blend of quiet and loud parts, giving way to strong dynamics within the songwriting. Lyrically the music is pretty romantic in theme, with songs like "Vickie", "Lips Like Yours", and "Up Granville". The tone of the stories really fits the folksy and rootsy vibe the music presents.

Overall, I really enjoyed this one. It's perfect music for calm car rides, relaxing evenings, and cozy nights with friends. The instrumentation is engaging as well despite it's calm demeanor, and like I said before the vocals are pretty interesting with the register they're sung in and how intimate it all feels. Definitely check it out!

"Vickie, it don't need to be all right now
Your setting sun won't fall right where you think, don't think
Yeah, Vickie, you always keep me 'round
But I thank God you don't live next door to me"~