ISAAC'S AIRCRAFT

Run for the hills people, this isn't a metal review. For those of a non-blinkered disposition, please read on. 'Isaac's Aircraft' are a self-proclaimed Alternative/Indie/Rock band from Cambridge. It would be easy to focus on some current acts plying a similar trade, but that wouldn't do these young fellas justice. There is a distinctly early-90s vibe to this release. In fact, the one band that sprang to mind when listening to this, at least musically, was the much-missed Blameless. With only three songs on offer, it's obvious to say that the quality-bar is quite high. However, there is enough variety on offer too. 'Big Mammoth' is simply a stunning ballad-esque tune, with some delightful piano/guitar interplay, before upping the tempo and becoming a Keane-beater (which, admittedly, isn't difficult). For some reason vocalist Zak made me recall Mike Patton on this song at first; repeated listens couldn't quite make me figure out why though - his accent is distinctly English after all. No matter, this is a thoroughly enjoyable release that fans of piano-infused pop/rock will savour.

LABEL:

FORMAT:

Crash Records

EP

FRIENDS & FOES

Review by Steve Cowan

RUNNING TIME:

9:45

RELEASE DATE:

6th April 2009

TRACK LISTING

1) Friends and Foes
2) Nothing To Relate
3) Big Mammoth

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN:

UK

"...a thoroughly enjoyable release that fans of piano-infused pop/rock will savour."