I ♥ sparkle*jets u.k.
Crab Apple, 2000
9/10
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A globally adored outfit in the area of '90s and early 2000’s power-pop, a large handful of artists come together for versions of fantastic tunes by sparkle*jets u.k., who actually just returned with their first album in over 20 years.
After brief introductions by David Bash and Ben Eshbach, The Masticators bring the swirling power-pop of the crisp and melodic “Real Nice Time”, and it isn’t long until the dreamy “She’s So Mean” welcomes soulful ideas thanks to Mike Randle’s (Baby Lemonade) thoughtful interpretation.
Further along, the buzzing and punchy rock of Nipper And The Seaturtles’ “The Orange County Song” carries plenty of punk spirit, while “In My Dream”, by David Koval, recruits plenty of atmosphere into the unpredictable, mysterious landscape.
Landing near the end, Glowfriends’ “Golden” carries a little jangle amid the pretty singing and harmonic instrumentation, and The Andersons’ “Sparklejets Surprise” finishes with a conversational presence that discusses the greatness of the band with a touch of playfulness.
If there’s a bad sparkle*jets u.k. tune out there I certainly haven’t heard it, and these are really fun takes on songs we can all afford to hear through other people’s vision.
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