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5 — S*****n · on Aug 23, 2025

🎧 This record carries a looseness and warmth that calls back to another era. It has that indie shimmer but also a touch of the early days Grateful Dead spirit, …

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🎧 This record carries a looseness and warmth that calls back to another era. It has that indie shimmer but also a touch of the early days Grateful Dead spirit, without the chaotic jamming. The songs are the kind that let the music breathe and drift without losing their shape. The guitars jangle, the rhythms wander just enough, the vocal harmonies are tender, and the whole thing feels lived in.

The first song, with its imagery of driving, opens the door to the journey. From there the album unfolds like a long ride, more about mood and atmosphere than sharp turns or quick hooks.

“Rain Party” stands as the heart of the record. It is sad, heavy with feeling, yet powerful in how it ties mood and melody together. It lands with weight but also with release, the way the best sad songs often do.

Alive as You Are works best as a full listen, from start to finish. It feels right for a drive with the windows down, or for a quiet evening alone when you want to sink into something steady and unhurried.

What makes it special is how it favors vibe over perfection. It captures a moment in time, and that is why it stays with you.

Favorite track: Rain Party

RIYL: GD’s American Beauty 🫠

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5 — S*****n · on Aug 23, 2025

🎧 This record carries a looseness and warmth that calls back to another era. It has that indie shimmer but also a touch of the early days Grateful Dead spirit, …

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🎧 This record carries a looseness and warmth that calls back to another era. It has that indie shimmer but also a touch of the early days Grateful Dead spirit, without the chaotic jamming. The songs are the kind that let the music breathe and drift without losing their shape. The guitars jangle, the rhythms wander just enough, the vocal harmonies are tender, and the whole thing feels lived in.
The first song, with its imagery of driving, opens the door to the journey. From there the album unfolds like a long ride, more about mood and atmosphere than sharp turns or quick hooks.
“Rain Party” stands as the heart of the record. It is sad, heavy with feeling, yet powerful in how it ties mood and melody together. It lands with weight but also with release, the way the best sad songs often do.
Alive as You Are works best as a full listen, from start to finish. It feels right for a drive with the windows down, or for a quiet evening alone when you want to sink into something steady and unhurried.
What makes it special is how it favors vibe over perfection. It captures a moment in time, and that is why it stays with you.

Favorite track: Rain Party

RIYL: GD’s American Beauty 🫠

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5 — A*****e · on Aug 17, 2025

This album was such a surprise based on the band's previous releases. The stripped down songs and folksy approach is great. Is this a nod to Grateful Dead's Ame…

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This album was such a surprise based on the band's previous releases.
The stripped down songs and folksy approach is great. Is this a nod to Grateful Dead's American Beauty? Or have those songs just permeated themselves into the California music-mojo-fabric?
Get lost with this one, put away the phone, lock the doors, and turn it up. You probably want to let this one soak in too. Give it two or three spins and you won't be disappointed.
If this is your type of jam, then this will be a repeat visit for you for many years.
If you have any good video of these guys during this era, let me know.

Favorite track: New America

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- S*****n · on Aug 22, 2025
  
  This one really grew on me.

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