Gomez
In Our Gun

THE REVIEW

Truly singular, these Gomez. They love to touch upon many musical genres, reinterpreting them, however, from their own perspective, we could say in an electro-pop-rock key, and in this album, they have now achieved great ease in composing their own pieces.

Almost total anarchy in the interpretation of genres, also reflected within the group: between Ben Ottewell, Tom Gray, and Ian Ball, there is absolutely no leader, as each of the three takes turns being the lead voice or the backing vocals for the others.
The unusual decision to remain a group without a prima donna does not cause confusion for the listener. On the contrary, the alternation of these now familiar voices is pleasing.

Shot Shot is a high-octane start, giving way to the hoarse sweetness of Rex Kramer; Detroit Swing is a sophisticated piece that could be heard in preview in any club. Particularly noteworthy are the beautiful Army Dub, the idyllic Sound Of Sounds (three dreamy voices in perfect harmony), or the intense finale of In Our Gun - which begins as a somewhat dark and slow piece at the opposite end - or the "electro blues" of Ping One Down... in short, there's something for everyone's taste.

In the "anarchic republic" of Gomez, everything works perfectly, even in the contamination of genres. If I were to make a comparison with some kindred artist, I would say that at times they remind me of early Beck Hansen, without his propensity for sample overuse. In Our Gun ultimately reveals itself as a singular and delightful album.

The Gomez continue on their interpretative path, broadening the horizons of pop rock and delivering emotions, feelings, through a harmonious ensemble of voices that make you dream, striking the listener straight to the heart.