Canadian-English indie pop outfit The Holiday Crowd released two pretty good full-length albums in the past decade – Over The Bluffs in 2012 and a self-titled one in 2016 – and finally they’re back with two new songs, two new highlights. Standout A-side Party Favours is a groovy hit like David Bowie could have made in the 80’s, amazingly constructed, danceable and addictive. B-side Bullet Train shouldn’t be skipped though, especially because of the melodic jangly guitar lines. Both are rhythmic, clear and sparkling, with sultry melancholic vocals, as we are used to from Imran Haniff (vocals, guitar) and Alex Roberts (bass). A glorious return. Let’s get the party started!
Party Favours is out now digitally and on limited edition 7″ vinyl through Shelflife Records.