Wednesday, December 1, 2010

Mnemonic Sounds

Add Date: November 30 

Artist: Mnemonic Sounds 

Album: Muscle Memories 

Label: Self-released

Genre: Pop (+ computer) 

Comments: Poppy, electro-tinged and slightly-computerized vocals all combine on Portland locals Mnemonic Sounds' debut record, Muscle Memories, to create an upbeat yet emotional feel (a la the Postal Service and/or Imogen Heap). The vocals find an impressive balance between computer and the actual person (vocalist Megan Ouchida), and the backing sounds and instrumentation are precisely executed. Overall, there's a nice sheen to the album, but it still avoids sounding too robotic. Try tracks 2 and 4.

0 comments: