Quaint Delusions is a quintet based in Dade City, FL. The band is led by Michael Starks. Starks got his start back in the early ’80s and has been active for most of that time. Most recently Starks and company released This Far Out. They explain “Quaint Delusions’ music would best fall into the categories of indie or alternative. Our music is indelibly tainted by the Beatles, Guided By Voices, glam and punk.”
The album starts off with “Happy Ending.” Right off the bat I liked the vibe which felt somewhere between Pavement and Yo La Tengo. The grooves are slick and smooth. I also thought the vocal delivery was on point. It’s definitely catchy and I found it accessible. It’s a strong opener that got me excited to hear more. Up next is “Had To Be You” which has a little more energy to it and felt like a song from The Beatles but more contemporary and in the spirit of a band like The Shins. “Rest Of The Way” has a killer rhythm. It’s a bit bluesy and the kind of groove you just sink into. The song has some energy but there was almost something hypnotic about the verse. Starks hits it out of the park with the vocals. I found the melodies quite memorable. The lead guitar work is also quite notable on this song. “A Credit To You” starts off with piano, drums, slide guitar and bass. It’s extremely catchy. The vocals are again accessible and I felt like I wanted to sing along. It’s also an emotionally resonant song with a tinge of melancholy. “Why'd You Wait So Long” might be the catchiest song yet. It’s uplifting and vibrant without going overboard. The Beatles vibes are there again with the mix of more modern indie rock. Starks sings “Ain’t gonna wait that long for you / It’s over man its through / Ain’t coming back to you.” “Ashtray” was the first song that had a bit of punk energy. I loved the vocals which are exuberant and infectious. It feels like Starks is having a fun time. The old school guitar solo works like a glove here. “So Many Pieces” is unequivocally a ballad. I wasn’t expecting it but the Pink Floyd type style worked. They close with a highlight entitled “Funny.” It’s close to a ballad as well but much more in the spirit of The Beatles than Pink Floyd. I loved this album. The musicianship is top notch, the delivery was exceptional and the songwriting really good. I think fans of some aforementioned bands will appreciate this. Take a listen.
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