The smashing ‘Beard On A Bike’ EP (matinée 093) from Scotland’s Bubblegum Lemonade is out now!
Lead track ‘Beard On A Bike’ goes straight for the pop jugular with an instantly catchy tale of a psychopath on a cycle path. The song is a preview of the band’s forthcoming album ‘The Great Leap Backward’ set for release later this year.
The EP also features three non-album tracks exclusive to this release. ‘Golden Afternoon’ is a mid tempo song with a baggy rhythm and ace 12-string Rickenbacker guitars, while ‘Saturday Girl’ is an effervescent ode to weekend warriors with racing guitars and ‘Looking Out For You’ is a poignant late night tale showcasing superb harmonies and jangling guitars.
The early reviews suggest we may have another hit on our hands:
“Beard On A Bike is pop perfection. This is gold, dig it.” –Unpeeled
“I would rank ‘Beard on a Bike’ as his best single in the rack.” –Linear Tracking Lives
“The best songwriting you’ll hear this week.” –Austin Town Hall
“Bubblegum pop with jangle, plenty of reverb, and a dose of western twang…touchstones are early Primal Scream, The Jesus And Mary Chain and a number of your favorite ’60s bands.” –When You Motor Away
See the catalog page for complete release details and more reviews. The EP is available from smart groove merchants or direct from the Matinée shop on CD or digital download. While you are shopping, have a listen to some ace sounds on the Matinée Soundcloud!