Boyracer feels like the kind of band we were destined to write about here at Add to Wantlist. They’re indie pop royalty in the underground scene, yet somehow this is the first time we’re spotlighting one of their releases. If Discogs is factual, with Seaside Riot, Boyracer has officially hit their 15th album—yes, their 74th release overall! That sheer volume of music makes them hard to ignore, though it’s tempting to pass up the veterans to give newer bands some writing time. But then you press play on Seaside Riot, and it’s clear: this is Boyracer at their absolute best, and we’d be remiss not to tell you all about it.

Perhaps the album’s magic lies in the synergy of this five-member lineup. Stewart and Riley (also of Artsick) take the reins on vocals and songwriting, joined by original Boyracer guitarist Simon, with Mario (Kids On A Crime Spree) and Chuk (Bright Lights) filling out the ranks. At 15 songs, Seaside Riot isn’t exactly brief, but each track arrives with urgency, as though Boyracer is well aware of the fleeting nature of things and wants to make every note count.

Who would’ve guessed that one of 2024’s best indie pop albums would come from a band that’s been going strong for 30 years? If you’ve got a few minutes, hit play on opener Salt On My Tongue—it’s almost guaranteed to lift your spirits and change the course of your day. Just try to stop after that first song; this record is incredibly hard to turn off. Available now on CD through Jigsaw and LP via Emotional Response.

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