Post-Hardcore/Mathrock
Good Call Live: “‘Loop Train Line’ in its entirety is a collection of songs that are not only masterful in their musicality, but in their assessment of the human condition, its response to trauma and its relationships and reliance on other people. Only sitting at 10 tracks, the record is short yet is filled with so much to unpack and analyse, that it can not be fully appreciated in just one sit down listen."
Bucket List: “The band’s clever instrumentation and vocal strength shines through again on the songs “BARRIERS” and “KISS TO KILL TIME,” both of which are reminiscent of something you might hear on an early album by The Fall of Troy. Normally, this would be the point at which I name my favourite song on the album. However, after listening to LOOP TRAIN LINE for the fourth time today, I really can’t decide on just one. If you’re this far into the review, just go and listen to the whole album. LOOP TRAIN LINE is a great album and is absolutely worth the listen. Napoleonic Wars has found a polished mathcore type of sound that they can pull off impeccably. If you’ll excuse me, I’m going to give this thing another listen.” (9/10)
Jazz / Hip Hop / Progressive Rock
Pending? - "we’ll make all your dreams come true!"
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Funk/Soul/Hiphop
The typical fun and carefree vibes loved by lemonheads translate well on the album throughout the 14 tracks. Songs celebrating love, parties, a passion for herb gardens, awareness of canine hip dysplasia and the latest in denim fashion for women are thoughtfully and strategically placed within the recording, seemingly perfectly aligned to raise the listeners spirits whilst alerting them to the important topics about which the lyrics preach. You will laugh and reminisce, and you will want to dance, both “lighting it up” and “getting down” as well.
Highlights include the heartfelt story of Jazzy from Mudgeeraba in ‘Thunderdog’, the catchy and well-received single ‘Sing With Me’, the delightfully unapologetic ‘Applebottom’, and the final track on the album, ‘Say You Feel’, which showcases the incredible vocal stylings of guest performer Leesa Gentz from Hussy Hicks.
Horns and guitar solos compliment the funky tunes and clever poetry of ‘Squeezed Fresh’, and fans of the band will no doubt love what they hear. New fans are inevitable as well, as Electrik Lemonade’s live show on their current album tour augments this release everyone can love.