Get Adobe Flash player

Reviews

Review from Flagpole Magazine, August 2010 - Athens, Georgia

Spirit Hair - StarDon

Independent Release

From the opening chimes and beeps of “Bug Eyes” to the synth-beats of the closing tracks, Spirit Hair’s StarDon rarely allows a moment to get by without filling it with gleeful psych-pop with a dance twist. These happy hipsters know how to make a killer groove last for an entire album.

The band claims that the record was meant to be one of “skeptical hesitation,” but hesitate to listen to this album and you’re more likely to miss something great. In a single song, you can pick out bits of psychedelic rock, power-pop, blues, jam and Americana. “When the Moon Began to Fall” is an instant ear-worm with an incredibly catchy guitar riff that melts into a full-on jam-fest complete with noodley guitars and pulsing, tap-worthy beats.

“Oblique” is the odd track out here, throwing a slow groove into the middle of the dance party with special guest John Fernandes on violin. With a very quiet arrangement and introspective lyrics, it is reminiscent of mid-career Leonard Cohen. Thankfully, the transition to and from “Oblique” is as smooth as the sultry whispered vocals that mark the song. The vocals morph with each track but strike true every time. It never feels like you’re listening to a different band; each song makes its statement and moves on. Next time you hold a party, throw on some Spirit Hair and you’ll be guaranteed to have a great time.

 

facebook-logo
myspace_logo
last_fm_logo