Orange Dollar is a husband and wife rock band from Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada. They previously released Orange Dollar which we reviewed here at Pitch Perfect and they are back with a new release entitled Lady Luck. They mention “Lyrically, each song on the album tells a different story, not always matching the tone of the accompanying instrumental. The songs walk a fine line of truth and fiction, realism versus pessimism and dwelling on the past while trying to move on.”
The album opens with “Prelude” which is an atmospheric and tranquil soundscape. It felt like an introduction to “Hope It Lasts” which has an interesting mix of genres. The synth makes it feels like a synth pop song from the ’80s but this song is also steeped in nostalgia and Americana. The vocal performance was full of conviction and emotion. I was reminded of bands like War on Drugs. This was a great opener and got me excited about what else would lie ahead. They continue to bring the goods with “Chest Full of Excuses” which has a driving and visceral energy. It has a spirit to it that makes you feel motivated and empowered. I have to say the vocals on this song reminded me of a popular vocalist but couldn't quite place it. Either way I felt a burst of adrenaline. “Lost Without” has a classic rock feeling to it and absolutely soars when the chorus comes. The guitars sound great with the hall reverb and I also thought the synth sounded great in the mix as well. “Keep This Pain Around” is arguably the best song on the release and would have sounded good in the movie Drive. It’s very synth heavy and this song is moody and has one of the best vocal performances. The title track “Lady Luck” is another highlight. This song moves fast. The drums sound great on this song and something about the spirit of this song brought to mind Bruce Springsteen but the aesthetics aren’t obvious. “More Than Enough” leans more into folk and has a warm heartfelt quality to it. Something about the song brings with it a feeling of solace. This is the type of song that would sound great if you’re feeling a little melancholy. As the album progresses I thought there were a number of other highlights. The powerful and epic “The Way That I Loved” and the bluesy “Life Can Give” were exceptional. “Goodbye” felt anthemic while “Cut and Run” sounded like a proper send off full of nostalgia and reflection. This release was great and on par or even better than their self-titled release Orange Dollar. There’s a lot to appreciate here from the delivery to songwriting and much more. Recommended.
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