Their latest endeavour is an exemplary maximalist attack on long-standing genre bounds, which effortlessly splices together a celebratory soundscape basking in the immersion of otherworldly Matrix-esque ‘backdoor’ charm. Although at its core, Colours ventures into rather emotionally onerous territory, such as the ever burdening hyper-sphere of social media influence, the disillusionment of platonic and romantic relationships, as well as an assumed pandemic informed viewpoint of mental suffering; the unmistakably rosy overtones taking charge over the albums infectious vibes, breathes life to an engaging juxtaposition that strangely evokes a sense of contentment, which we believe vaguely parallels the emotional response to millennial dark/self-deprecating humour.
With such an onslaught of masterful fusion blends that easily penetrate the senses, we can’t help but be mesmerised by a few wonderfully crafted inclusions that seem to momentarily eclipse the many unskippable musical feats of this delightfully striking LP; such remarkable tracks include ‘Save Yourselves’, ‘Baby Bird’, ‘The People You’ll Love Forever’ as well as the albums peak of astounding enjoyment ‘wanna luv u’.
‘Save Yourselves’ speaks on the embracement of chaos and self-reliance, due to the irreverence and incessantly selfish wish-fulfilment of society in the face of real world annihilation, ‘Baby Bird’ adds a sweet natured edge to their uplifting Pop-Punk poundings, with the sincere longing for witnessing their beloved fly high and sour above adversity, while ‘The People You’ll Love Forever’ explores the concept of digital age adoration, with rumination style detailing painting an image of long-distance yearning for another sustained loving encounter.
While there are several tracks on this LP that warrant a chefs kiss of approval after digesting the delectable twists and turns of such a maddening fantasy unfolding from our speakers, the palpable frenzied flourishes of ‘wanna luv u’ is the kind of shakedown needed to cleanse our palettes and give ourselves over to absolute pleasure. Dipping its toes into several genres, including Electronica, Post-Hardcore and elements of what feels like K-Pop of all things, Superlove once again tackles the realms of digital-zoned relationships, this time through the lens of impotent intentions. The narrator’s declaration of the inability to manifest or communicate their underlying feelings to a potential love interest, feels rather relatable in a world obsessed with fabricated and unobtainable ideals of reality. With such fears of attachment, judgement and rejection associated with surface level attractiveness, reinforced by social media ramming aestheticist and perfectionist ideology down our gullets every chance it can get, the worry of ever being worthy for someone else is a massive hurdle in the pursuit of modern long lasting romantic flames.
To say we had an enjoyable ride through the winding roads to Superlove’s inner workings, especially for a first major instalment to their discography – would be quite the understatement. It’s not often that you come across an album that maintains your attention and actively rewards you for sticking around for the usually tedious full playthrough method, as connections between tracks and surprises around every turn beckon you deeper into their charmingly twisted spectacle.
With these genre-rebels looking to set the stage at 2000 Trees ablaze later this summer, you would be barking mad to miss their enthralling blend of real world honest, especially with such an impressive exploration for you to become completely consumed by in the run up to their time in the spotlight.