This edition of LITM Rock Picks brings to you 90s grunge inspired tracks to synth layered electronic rock tracks – the range is unbeatable. The list features Edward Rendon, Moon Construction Kit, The Marsh Family, and more.
Edward Rendon - Hopeless Romantic
Starting off with static polished guitar riffs layered with echoey riffs, ‘Hopeless Romantic’ by Edward Rendon will give you all the magnificent vibes of the 90s. The song has a solid Brit pop energy going for it, giving it a sound that can be compared to that of Blur, The Stone Roses and more. The song will have its sound affect your heartstrings because of its deeply vulnerable lyricism and emotive vocals that convey that depth. Sure, the song exceeds the conventional duration of a track, with 6:25 minutes of brilliant musicality, but then it is the unconventional that always stands out.
Moon Construction Kit - Chemicals
With a synth heavy sound starting off the track, ‘Chemicals’ by Moon Construction Kit quickly takes on a rock sound that will make its presence felt. The track lies along the lines of alternative rock infused with post-punk elements, having it evoke melancholy and darkness. The layered distorted vocals give the impression of how our emotions can feel so intangible and chaotic at times. The multi-layered nature of the instrumentation gives the song an amazing texture, where all the elements are distinct and yet seamlessly blend together. Give it a listen and you might just find the song holding up a mirror to your psyche.
The Marsh Family - Keeping the Dream Alive
Keeping in line with the name, ‘Keeping the Dream Alive’ by The Marsh Family starts off with a warm, dreamy soundscape. The song has a theatrical quality to it, with its expansive set of instrumentation choices. The song would fit in just right in a bright, vibrant musical. The textures are absolutely shimmering and magical, giving the song every potential to be the perfect new Christmas track. The song might remind you of ABBA, and The Carpenters, owing to their similar warm musicality. There is no way you would not absolutely fall in love with this track on the very first listen, so give it a listen right this second!
Greg Hoy & The Boys - Last Quarter
Opening up with an infectious rhythm and lyrics that will immediately catch your attention, ‘Last Quarter’ by Greg Hoy & The Boys will undoubtedly have you hooked to its melodies. Blending jazz and good old rock together, the song has a super unique soundscape. The song moves in sections, shifting and transitioning, never letting monotony take over. The vibes that it gives off is one of pure delight, playfulness, and top-notch groove. The song with its magnetic, fun lyricism will have your heart. Listen to this song and have it drag you out of any gloom that you might be feeling.
Weak Trees - Animal
Starting off with an insanely gritty, raw riff, ‘Animal’ by Weak Trees is anything but weak. The song is pure grunge and intensity, reminding you strongly of bands like Alice in Chains and Pearl Jam. With defining guitars that never stay monotonous and shape shift however the song requires it to, and with drums that ground the song in its thunder, the song is hard not to love for any grunge fans out there. The song does take you back to the golden era of grunge music – the 90s. Pure nostalgia in its sound and pure class in its musical brilliance, the song will send tremors through your senses.
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