Brisbane group Elder – composed of vocalist and guitarist Matt Burton, bassist Thomas White, and drummer Talia Bond – released their stunning debut EP Cyril this past December, a scintillating, fervid handful of tracks housing structurally complex melodies and an irresistible cathartic, unhinged energy that never seems to falter. This energy is so pronounced that just listening evokes the same aura as being at a live show, and they oscillate between jangle pop and post punk almost equally; White’s bass in “Squatter’s Daydream” and “Vagabond” feels almost tangible, while Burton’s bright, jagged vocals pierce through the dark murkiness with utmost ease. And yet, we kept coming back to closer “Sun Movement” due to its simultaneous softness and coarseness, the repeated, mantra like vocals that dissolve into haunting croons towards the end. Elder’s unique brand of indie pop is something that will no doubt continue to flourish, and we can’t wait to hear what they do this year.
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