If you’re craving a poppy garage punk rock record that feels like a throwback to another era —melodic but refreshingly unpolished, then City Mouse’s sophomore album So Far Out is the one for you. From the moment Miski Dee’s vocals kick in, you know you’re in for a ride. At Add To Wantlist HQ, the excitement meter spikes immediately. This album fits right into the sweet spot of “pop music for punk rockers,” a niche we’ll never tire of.
Take Magnitude, for instance. Its infectious “wahoo” intro will have you singing along before you even know the words. Then there’s Big Mood, where a catchy guitar lick (later whistled as well) burrows into your brain while Miski Dee delivers a standout vocal performance. While City Mouse doesn’t aim to be the fastest or loudest, they’ve got rock-and-roll energy to spare, and their songs have a way of making your heart skip a beat.
So Far Out is available now on It’s Alive Records in the U.S. and Brassneck Records in the U.K.