Getting lost in the melodies of this album is a joy and drifting
thoughts turn from spreadsheets and email to a walk in the river
valley. This ep is a journey into what F&M have been up to for the
past couple years as the first two entries were recorded way back in
the before times while Dance Danse is quite post pandemic, cautiously
optimistic. The trio of songs are a taster of what this band is
capable of while also not limiting them to a particular genre. This is
also not their first release by far so I very much encourage
exploration into their current library.
The EP starts off in a pleasant mood accented by the upbeat vibe and
French background vocals. Rebeccas vocals are on great display
bouncing and consistent while not overpowering. This is a Thursday
morning at the office wishing it was the weekend song. Marching along
Joyful Melancholy sings like an old timey pub or fireside story. Folk
punk jokes aside it sounds great and while it sounds downbeat the
lyrics confirm the oppositeness of the songs title. I felt confused on
how I should feel while listening to this and I’m almost certain
that’s intentional.
Dance Danse is quite a bit more poppy with a euro twang. Upbeat
harmony dance punk gets your toes tapping while funky guitar riffs
match the precisely positioned piano pieces. This hit is radio ready
and my favorite of the album, maybe it’s the background samples or 3rd
act pause but either way I feel its more complete than the others.
This is personally the direction I think F&M are there strongest in,
maybe its my own vintage speaking but I think the world needs more of
this. The 90’s is over but millennials like myself are craving that
sound bad.
I’ve listened to this EP and some of their back albums now numerous
times and its found a place in my daily routine. They’re an easy band
to like and the chill melodies and smooth vocals are something I, and
perhaps others, need right now. If your in the Edmonton area they’re
playing coming up at Kaffa April 7 and I highly recommend you check
them out. I’ll be there with my eyes closed, sipping an americano and
listening to some serene tunes.
Alternativejustin
AltYEG Music Magazine
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