Walk Swim Fly
Self-Released, 2021
8/10
The Belgian indie-rockers Colver know their way around a colorful, radiant and pop influenced tune that’s as memorable as it is charming, and these 5 songs certainly illustrate just why they’re becoming a significant name in their part of the world.
“Doing It Wrong” starts the listen with a shimmering pop appeal that’s delivered with smooth singing, warm beats and plenty of crisp melodies, and “Welcome Back To Sunny Ghost City” follows with playful drumming, charming synth and spirited guitars in an upbeat and dance friendly delivery.
In the middle, “True Detective” recruits hip-hop beats into some mysterious psychedelia that makes for a very stylish EP highlight, while “Bitcoin Billionaire” gets dreamy and soulful amid the calm and modern textures. “West Coast” then exits with a very polished template amid an infectious energy.
Certainly running parallel with today’s synth friendly indie-rock, but also accessible enough for the FM dial, I suspect that Colver will be a band we’re all going to be hearing much more about, cause these songs are positively enjoyable.
Travels well with: Mr. Diagonal- North Pacific; Savana Funk- Tindouf