Julian Tepper is a musician and an author. He has published three novels and released the album The Disassociation. The Disassociation is pop but pop done in all the right ways to my ears. He mentions that “he co-wrote the song "Don't You Ever" which was later turned into a hit by the legendary band Spoon.” I did think some of the songs reminded me of Spoon. On that note I was also reminded of The Beach Boys and Fountains of Wayne.
The first song starts with the title track “The Disassociation” which features a ’50s style beat complete with hand claps, a steady bass line and strummed chords. It’s not exactly the most technically impressive song but man is it catchy. It’s just a great song and I loved the vocal melodies. Next up is “A Little Something About Time” which is another killer track. This song rolls and the energy is vibrant and just puts you a good mood. The hopeful “Straight Line” is just as catchy and I thought the lyrics fit perfectly. This song is sort of comforting and provides some solace. “Just Like You” is picked on an acoustic guitar. I was actually reminded of a more upbeat Elliott Smith on this song. It sounded great and I loved the more minimal and intimate recording. The rocking “I Want to Go Back to Yesterday” is nostalgic, fun and also tender. The next song “We All Hear It” is somewhere between Clap Your Hands Say Yeah and Elliott Smith. He has more success with “Go Ahead and Live Your Life” and closes with the warm and slightly melancholy “Right on Time.” This is a fantastic pop release. Every song delivers a mix of emotion and accessible melodies. It’s repeat worthy and I think this will attract a broad demographic. Take a listen.
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John Crowder
10/28/2020 07:00:13 pm
This is really good!!!! Beatles/Elliott Smith vibes for days!
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