From the album artwork down to the very last song that plays, Little May’s debut album is perfect. There isn’t any other word that accurately describes it; it’s soft, emotive and seems to sift through the air. ‘Sold’ is a highlight for its harmonising and slow building nature, it’s the kind of track that plays in the background as you’re slowly reaching your destination, making a realisation or awakening in some shape or form.
‘Oh My My’ is much darker than past tracks and has that brooding quality to it. ‘Chemicals’ is a sombre, beautifully poetic tale, where the band takes you by the hand and leads you to the depths of their emotion – and surprisingly yours as well. It’s a favourite for mine as it’s slower, and simplistic in it’s beauty. Less is more, and lyrically this is one that can’t be faulted. ‘Sinks’ vocally is a beautiful track and ‘Remind Me’ crashes into the album with a heavier arrangement and manic-tinged vocals. Overall it’s an album of soaring highs, of faultless lyrics and one that lays your emotions right on the table.
Out via Dew Process/Universal Music
Reviewed by Amanda Sherring