Tom Lark – The Tom Lark EP (02/11/2012)
The Tom Lark EP begins with immediate intrigue. Imaginative instrumentation and vocal styling’s underlay an obvious knack for song writing throughout this captivating release.
All Night Long is a brooding opener, which is over far too soon. Each song seems to have been given a real individual treatment, sonically suited to bring out the catchy melodies on offer.
Hipsteranity is driven by a chunky acoustic guitar, however it’s electronic vibe gives it an Empire Of The Sun feel as Tom delivers the questionable and controversial chorus “Christians who don't do shit, Yeah Yeah, We're the Christians who don't do shit”.
Tea Sets is a fragile and delightful tune that breaks up the EP nicely. Songs on the release are cyclical and direct, their relatively short length keeping them from becoming monotonous. At seven tracks long, The Tom Lark EP is a generous offering, full of character that will definitely ensure Tom’s future is fruitful.
David Noordhoff
All Night Long is a brooding opener, which is over far too soon. Each song seems to have been given a real individual treatment, sonically suited to bring out the catchy melodies on offer.
Hipsteranity is driven by a chunky acoustic guitar, however it’s electronic vibe gives it an Empire Of The Sun feel as Tom delivers the questionable and controversial chorus “Christians who don't do shit, Yeah Yeah, We're the Christians who don't do shit”.
Tea Sets is a fragile and delightful tune that breaks up the EP nicely. Songs on the release are cyclical and direct, their relatively short length keeping them from becoming monotonous. At seven tracks long, The Tom Lark EP is a generous offering, full of character that will definitely ensure Tom’s future is fruitful.
David Noordhoff