REVIEW: Starflyer 59, Everybody Makes Mistakes (Tooth & Nail)
- Christina Apeles
In the same vein as Slowdive, stargazing work of Ride, My Bloody Valentine, and anything put out on 4AD, Starflyer produces music with beauty and grace in mind. This release is filled with rainy day tunes that are just the right tempo, setting a mellow mood for smoke-filled rooms with soothing guitar riffs and steady vocals to comfort your ears.
Through the hushed utterances of Jason Martin, layered over languorous beats and elegant guitar playing, it is evident that this trio means to charm. From the darling piano-driven ballad of "20 Dollar Bills" to the romantic disposition, Morrisey-tinged tune of "No More Shadows," Everybody Makes Mistake is an exquisite collection of addictive pop hooks and synthetic ballet.
