Jeanines

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Fans of '90s indie pop looking to recapture the jangling thrill of groups like Heavenly or the noisy jumble of Tiger Trap need look no further than the Jeanines and their self-titled debut album for exactly what they need. The duo of guitarist/vocalist Alicia Jeanine and bassist/drummer Jed Smith (known for his work with My Teenage Stride) whip up a sparkling cocktail of spiky guitars, concise rhythms, melancholy hooks, and sweet-as-punch vocals that hits the nostalgic sweet spot while also coming across as fresh as a daisy. Jeanine sings the brief and sad songs with a light touch reminiscent of Amelia Fletcher of Heavenly, her guitar playing is the best kind of simple, and Smith's bass and drum backline is the perfect punchy complement. The duo are adept at cranking out short bursts of chiming heartbreak like on "Either Way" or "All the Same," mid-tempo tunes that have some nice folk-rock melancholy in their DNA ("Hits the Bone," "You Were Mine"), and winsome ballads like "Gone," which features some lovely vocal harmonies. Combining the various strains of indie pop on the album creates a well-balanced diet of nostalgic dishes served up with skill and plenty of heart. It makes sense that Slumberland would want to release the Jeanines' debut because it sounds like a vintage release from their catalog. It also sounds as good as any jangling indie pop band that's come along in any of the 30-plus years post-C-86 -- definitely something a fan of the sound should consider investigating. ~ Tim Sendra