GLITTER ETIQUETTE JUST RELEASED AN ETHEREAL EP CALLED ‘SPRINGFALL’
Glitter Etiquette is not only a cool band name, but a group whose ears for music deserve its own genre categorization. Their newest EP ‘Springfall,’ is self-described as a “lyrical odyssey” by the group, who have spent time making sure each of their choices extend beyond strong aesthetic value. They look cool, and they sound great, giving audiences the complete package when they look for their newest band to obsess over.
This ep is reminiscent of Panic! At the Disco’s classic LP, ‘Pretty Odd.’ Their shoegaze lean-in feels very Beatles-coded, with sprinkles of Pink Floyd goodness scattered throughout. It’s always apparent when a group has had a staunch set of influences; however, what makes a group stand out to me is when they take those influences like puzzle pieces, gluing them together how they see fit. Glitter Etiquette does this in every inch of their performance, reminding audiences that even set studio recordings are, in fact—a performance!
The introductory track “Springfall” is immersive. I found myself asking questions about each production element, dissecting everything because it appeared to be carefully curated. Their chemistry is honest, which is important for groups who tend to go the experimental route. Every member of the band must be actively present within the mix for it to be cohesive, and this strong introduction accomplished this goal nicely.
Next, “Peas” took me by pleasant surprise. It was a joy to explore, with each second leading me to say “wow” about something, whether that be the lead vocal the instrumental, or simply the clean instrumental that guided the whole track. What isn’t surprising, however, is that the group decided to pick “Peas” as a single, giving it an accompanying music video.
“Catherine” was my favorite song in the entire EP. This was what initially led me to compare the track to ‘Pretty Odd,’ wondering if they had gone down the Beatles to Panic! At the Disco pipeline as so many of us did before them. “Catherine” features some exceptionally strong lyricism and singing. It is earnest without being overbearing, and a psychedelic revival is long overdue. I trust that Glitter Etiquette can take the lead on this movement.
Existing as the follow-up to “Catherine” would be difficult, since the song is one of the strongest contenders of the entire ep. “As She….” is deserving of this slot, since it similarly encapsulates the group’s strong suits. They are charismatic by default, and “As She…” showcases this charisma with an air of whimsy.
Finally, two versions of “25” close out the experimental, yet engaging Glitter Etiquette ep. The first version is a slower ballad that touches on the topic of growing pains poetically. I wasn’t 25 too long ago; this phase of life is a bit of a conundrum since it’s the first time that many feel as though they are properly an adult. You’re going to want to pay attention to the song’s story; it’s among the most profound of the ep, and I would love to encourage Glitter Etiquette to further explore the storybook lyricism technique they touched on here. It has a longer outro, but it doesn’t feel drawn out; instead, the lingering notes towards the end are encouraging. The remixed version of the track is lovely, with Oby Wolf fully encapsulating the band’s energy eloquently.
This group is packed full of potential. I love receiving work from bands at this stage of their career, and I often follow up months or years later to see where they’re at. My prediction for Glitter Etiquette is that within 5 years, they’ll get picked up by the right label and continue to grace the ears of indie spaces for decades to come.
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