Embrace comeback with a familiar sound on their new album

I have a soft spot for Britpop and Embrace was one of the better bands in that genre in the early 2000s.  They had an easy sound with plenty of positivity and charm to make them likable.  I wondered what they would sound like after taking a long break.  I don't have to wonder any longer because their self-titled new album dropped last week and it's Embrace as I remembered them with a bit of electro-pop mixed in.

"Follow You Home" is their newest single and it's probably the song that most reminds me of my favorite Embrace album "Out Of Nothing."  It's the pure positive anthem I can see being played in the next Premier League TV intro.  It's arena ready with a catchy chanting chorus.  Not sure why Danny McNamara got a Steve Perry haircut.  Am I alone in thinking that?  Or is it more late 90's Bon Jovi haircut?

"Refugees" was the first single from the new LP.  I like the mix of electronica at the beginning colliding with their traditional Brit-pop rock sound.  This is the best hybrid in sound from this album showcasing both their more synth electronic sound with their traditional rock roots.

My verdict for this album is positive.  If you like Brit-pop, then put this one in your rotation.  I'm not a  fan of Coldplay and for some reason Embrace have always been a bit more likable.  Maybe, it's because they seem less pretentious.  Just my personal taste.  For old Embrace fans, songs like "In The End" and "The Devil Looks After His Own" will keep you happy.  Good to hear the band back and recording new music for fans.

And for those not familiar with Embrace, here's "Ashes" from their album "Out Of Nothing."  These guys know how to create some good anthem pop rock.   This is probably their biggest hit to date.