Kill The Architect
ALP, 2025
9/10
The Colorado residents and alt-country heroes Gasoline Lollipops pen an album that surrounds managing balance and connection in these times of political strife, and it includes plenty of diversity via the 12 tracks.
The warm spirit of “Tennessee Nights” opens with Scott Coulter’s frisky keys alongside Clay Rose’s gritty voice and bright brass, and “Holy Rebel” follows with Don Ambory’s hypnotic guitar amid the darker mood that gets a bit gruff, too.
Further along, the pretty climate of “Horse Or The Cart” tugs on the heartstrings of the duet with Phoebe Hunt, while the title track is a lively album highlight that benefits much from Brad Morse’s detailed bass, as Rose’s pipes get a bit throaty across the anthemic rocker.
Landing near the end, “Elvis” displays plenty of rowdy punk rock influence, and “The River” exits with a softer spirit that’s rhythmic, soulful and intimate.
I really eclectic outing, there’s traces of blues, punk and folk to be appreciated, as the band balance light and dark imagery that might remind you of Lucero or Old Crow Medicine Show with a gym membership.
Travels well with: Chicago Farmer- Flyover Country; The Mallett Brothers Band- Higher Up In The Hills