Review of the new album by the supergroup SnarskiCircusLindyBand, featuring former members of The Go-Betweens
The album review of the debut album ‘what’s said and what’s left unsaid’ from the supergroup SnarskiCircusLindyBand (SCLB) is a fantastic showcase of antipodean pop infused with a touch of humor and melancholy that resonates with a generation. Led by Lindy Morrison from The Go-Betweens and Rob Snarski from The Black Eyed Susans, with additional members including ‘Evil’ Graham Lee, Shane O’Mara, and Dan Kelly, the album blends antipodean pop with sixties bubble gum and a hint of Australiana.
The collaboration between Snarski and Morrison introduces Morrison’s recorded compositions for the first time, displaying magnificent results. The opening track ‘You’re So Adorable’ featuring Lili Alaska sets the tone with a glam stomp beat and intelligent lyrics. ‘Parapet’ delivers a jaunty step reminiscent of The Kinks, while ‘The Dying Conversation’ showcases a reflective atmosphere with melancholic undertones captured beautifully in the accompanying video.
Female vocals shine in ‘Take A Step’ thanks to Amanda Brown, adding a dreamy sixties vibe. ‘Shane O’Mara Wears Mascara’ injects humor with autobiographical lyrics and a warm fuzzy feel. ‘Keepsakes’ meanders through a melancholic acoustic landscape, while ‘Since I Slept With You Everybody Wants to Sleep With Me’ brings sardonic humor to the forefront.
‘My Sweetheart Always Comes Back To Me’ and ‘I Don’t Think I’ll Ever Sleep With You Again’ continue the theme of charming melancholy and self-reflective humor, with ‘When Did Our Friendship End’ providing a reflective finale. The album showcases a blend of humor, melancholy, and personal poetry that captures the essence of a generation.
‘what’s said and what’s left unsaid’ is a masterful collection of pop vignettes that combines years of experience, musicianship, and personal storytelling to create an epic and breathtakingly beautiful album that resonates deeply with listeners. Available now, the band will be launching the album across Australia, promising a memorable experience for fans of antipodean pop and heartfelt songwriting.