The story goes that LA-based
Grouplove met in Crete, as you do, latterly forming a band and then recording a self-titled EP. Since that record’s conception, the band have signed to Canvasback/Atlantic, spread their intriguing story and garnered rather a lot of hype….. But now is now and then is then, and upon repeated listens to the EP, I can now confirm to you that this uproarious five-track collection can only ratify and amplify the buzz surrounding them. These guys are hellions ready to flatten you with their monumental music. The songs are exudations of musical turbulence, rawness reminiscent of punk rock and vocals akin to Stephen Malkmus of
Pavement.....
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