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THE REVIEW
In the musical field, the city of Glasgow has always been a guarantee, and the band led by the charismatic Chris McCrory is confirmation of that.
Formed in 2014, this quartet - consisting, in addition to the aforementioned McCrory (vocals and guitar), of Andrew MacPherson (guitar), Jamie Dubber (bass), and Ryan Clark (drums) - has just released its debut album, after a handful of convincing singles (including one titled "Rita Ora"!) and a tour with the Libertines.
The album, co-produced by the group's frontman and Margo Broom, seems to embrace the lesson of fellow Glaswegians, Franz Ferdinand, mixing their typical 2000s indie sound with a pinch of Pavement and Supergrass, yet managing to sound remarkably fresh. It condenses, in just 36 minutes, enjoyable songs with a frenetic rhythm and slower tracks like the beautiful ballads "The Shallows" and "Stars and Stripes."
An album that is not exactly experimental but is among the most fun records of this 2017 that is about to end.
Key track: "Propaganda."
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Summary by Bot
Catholic Action’s debut album 'In Memory Of' showcases a fresh take on Glasgow indie rock with influences from Franz Ferdinand and Pavement. The 36-minute record balances energetic tracks with beautiful ballads, making it one of the most enjoyable albums of 2017. The band, led by Chris McCrory, delivers an engaging mix of rhythm and melody. Key track 'Propaganda' stands out among the highlights.Tracklist
Catholic Action
Glasgow quartet formed in 2014, led by Chris McCrory (vocals, guitar) with Andrew MacPherson (guitar), Jamie Dubber (bass) and Ryan Clark (drums). Debut album In Memory Of released in 2017.01 Reviews
