Here We Go Magic
Grizzly Bear Review: Monday June 28, 2010
Back over to the bandstand for two timers Here We Go Magic, who play their second show in a row on the same stage, these guys really do love Hyde Park. And Hyde Park loves them, going by the instantaneous shuffle of feet from the main arena to the gardens.
Five piece Secretly Canadian newcomers are currently riding the crest of the wave of critical acclaim for their new album. Luke Temple created Here We Go Magic initially as an outlet for his own musical experiments, before the Brooklyn expanded to incorporate a full band. The quintet brought a new life to the melodies from their self-titled release, adding strength and instrumental aggression with repeated, trancelike riffs and simple lyrics, built on with blips of psychedelic pizzazz and quickly spit background vocals.
Oh, and the female bassist remind you anything? A certain Robert Palmer video? We'll say no more, only that this bassist has talent.
