Perspective
Self-Released, 2021
8/10
A New York City outfit with an affinity for nostalgic hard rock, Station is spearheaded by the guitarist Chris Lane and singer Patrick Kearney, and they’re quickly making fans everywhere they go with their energetic and memorable tunes.
“I Can’t Find My Way” starts the listen with a hard hitting yet tuneful approach, where thumping drums and soaring guitars complement Kearney’s smooth and powerful vocals, and “See The Light” follows with a swirling display of ‘80s rock sensibilities amid plenty of grit and melody.
At the halfway point, “Tonight” brings some cautious atmosphere as ballad ideas enter a dreamy climate where Kearney hits some pretty high notes, while “If You Want Love” is the prettiest the band get here, where the thick and romantic demeanor is just asking to be soundtracked on the remake of a John Hughes movie. “Believe” then turns the intensity and volume back up with its anthemic and charged display of power and control, where the quartet work together superbly.
Near the end, “Spanish Steps” illustrates another dimension to the band’s vast skill with some shimmering pop ideas mixed into the heartfelt delivery, and “You Found Yesterday” exits the listen with graceful vocal harmonies, diverse drumming and, of course, the expressive and sturdy singing.
Lane and Kearney are joined by Emi Asta (bass) and Tony Baptist (drums) for this 4th album, where their diverse, imaginative songwriting and rock’n’roll influences come from all over the rock spectrum and make for a timeless and adventurous listen.
Travels well with: Mars Hall- Is Anybody Out There?; Dizzy Box Nine- Radio Fiction