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Apollon, 2023
8/10
A Norwegian outfit who are fully versed in synth-rock, Ocean Of Lotion returns with more lively anthems that might remind you of Depeche Mode, Pet Shop Boys or even newer outfits like Dobbeltgjenger.
The warm and soulful “Aphrodite” opens the listen with Bobby Lotion’s smooth pipes alongside the rapid fire drumming of the dreamy climate, and “Rejection” follows with an upbeat, dance-floor ready appeal of pop melodica.
The wonderfully titled “Cats In Space On Synthesizers” touches on post-punk ideas from decades past amid the dense beats, while “Skinny White Pants” takes a hint from Queen for the thumping, vibrant rock of the arena ready delivery.
“Crime Cruise” and “I Knew I Was In Love Again” exit the listen, where the former is a rich and dynamic burst of soaring synth-rock, and the latter finishes with an animated and emotive display of cautious yet playful artistry.
A listen that’s heavily indebted to ‘80s synth ideas, there’s plenty of alt-rock and art-rock to be appreciated, too, for this club ready soundtrack to a night you won’t soon forget.
Travels well with: Datarock- Media Consumption Pyramid; Heatwaves- Kappa