Dynamite
Avenpitch, 2022
9/10
The debut album from the Minnesota pair, Todd and Tina know their way around a family friendly and very fun tune that will have grinning ear to ear and singing along to the playful and lively energy, which is no surprise since Todd is a jingle writer, too.
“French Toast Day” opens the listen with a thumping and ‘80s influenced climate that brings shouted backing vocals from the youngters, and “Dermatologist Astronaut” follows with warm keys as the duo trade off vocal duties in a very dance friendly delivery.
Further along, “Giraffes Like Peanut Butter” pairs dreamy backing vocals with a stylish and frisky approach, while “Panda Bear Dance” is the ultimate sing-along tune, where the bright keys tell a fun story that’s a bit quirky in all the best ways.
Deeper still, “Flossing Is My Hobby” is a rowdy rocker that might have you stage diving in your living room while dreaming of flossing your teeth, and “Two Old Friends” exits the listen with a cozy intimacy as Tina handles vocals on the pretty and wise finish.
A very charming listen that would fit in well with Laurie Berkner, Raffi or The Wiggles, this first record from Todd’n’Tina is an irresistible family affair that you can’t listen to just once.
Travels well with: Twinkle- A Mi Me Gusta Ser Yo * It’s Ok To Be Me; Alison Faith Levy- You Are Magic