A young emerging act from Santa Barbara, Gardens & Villa introduced themselves into the summer indie rock scene with the release of their two most popular tracks, "Black Hills" and "Orange Blossom," followed by the release of their full eponymous LP this fourth of July. The album makes a somewhat successful attempt to fit in with current trends, but only a handful of songs really stand out. The two tracks listed above establish the band's sound as something promising and unique, especially with their stated oath to "always play all parts live," a bold move amongst an increasingly synthesized indie scene. Upbeat and layered, the style of each track changes with a chameleon-like effect that has not earned rave reviews from the tough critics of the internet music world. Nonetheless, based on their standout songs they are still an emerging act to follow, so hit up their popular tracks and then check out these two that also promise big things:
Gardens & Villa - Thorn Castles by Sound Thinking
Gardens & Villa - Neon Dove by pilwo
They are also playing in Chicago at the Empty Bottle on October 7 along with Youth Lagoon, so get your tickets NOW.
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