It's definitely a theme this week talking about bands I'm not familiar with until their most recent releases. I'm adding Imaginary Cities to that list. Fall Of Romance is their brand new album that came out on Tuesday and it's fantastic. There's a lot to like about their sound. It's engaging and heartfelt without ever sounding too over produced. The production level on this album feels very high. They're Canadian and possibly the reason for the lack of exposure here in the US. I hope things change for them quickly with this new album. This is alternative-pop of the highest grade. The most recent band to link their sound to would probably be The Naked And Famous but that's a stretch possibly. You be the judge.
I can't stop listening to "Bells Of Cologne." With each listen, I get more out of this song. The vocals by Marti Sarbit are powerful enough to challenge all the bells and whistles in this song. Yeah, there's a lot going on in this song including actual bells but it all works together to pop perfection. They need to make an actual video for this song.
I really like Marti Sarbit's voice and it's showcased best on "Water Under The Bridge." She is seriously soulful on this track and it really stands out from the more up tempo pop moments of the album. I think it's a good way to judge a band on their album as a full by their more quiet thoughtful moments. And on Fall of Romance, Imaginary Cities pass with flying colors. Pick up this album if you like your alternative-pop with a little soul thrown in.
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