The Asteroids Galaxy Tour
Fruit

Well, in an indie rock landscape that is increasingly poor and bare, there is room for a fresh, fun, and no-frills band; seeing them, they seem to spring out from the famous '60s, the era of Woodstock, the days of flower children, the time of LSD. Yet, this sophisticated and refined pop duo is young (young in terms of career, it's incredible to say, but that gorgeous singer is 41 years old when she looks 25), because the birth of this delightful group dates back to 2007, when they were making a name for themselves with various EPs in their homeland (originally from Denmark) and also in the land of Albion, always keen on keeping an eye on genres with pop-rock sounds that are easily accessible and catchy. We all agree that in recent years, the Nordic indie scene has indeed managed to pave the way for interesting and valid groups, but often it has fallen into giving more importance to those who were just seeking success through classic flashy antics and various chart singles. If we are to delve into The Asteroids Galaxy Tour, we can be sure this is not the latter case: their album, Fruit, the fruit (if you want the pun) of 2009, is an album that's simple and catchy, but be aware, by simple, we don't mean simplistic, the acid jazz sound, sometimes psychedelic shows a particular care by the band in shaping their style typically inspired by the colorful sounds of the '60s.

Listening to this album is not demanding, the name certainly refers to the sound and music of Mette Lindberg (the sweet little blonde singer) and Lars Iversen (composer and producer), fresh as an orange and juicy as a peach: in Lindberg's voice there's an entire euphoria, a joy of living, an uncovered happiness that melts the heart in a sly smile, the instruments used are varied (trumpet, saxophone, piano, guitars, and drums) and all the good humor that their energetic and spicy sound produces perfectly represents the band's purpose: to entertain, make even the pickiest shake their butts and never tire; well, I personally have to admit that after listening to the album, in the long run, they might tire me (the very sweet and appreciable voice, even if slightly reminiscent of "Barbie Girl" from that flower Lindberg might bore me after a while), but it is impossible not to commend the experimentation and the search for psychedelia, traceable in their careful "Jefferson Airplane-esque" sound.

Live they are very commendable, in particular, Mette Lindberg’s delicate voice excels, unleashing all the energy and cheerfulness of this interesting duo's music. The album is fast and tasty, accessible to everyone and commendable for its simplicity as well as for the genius of some gems. A record entirely to be discovered, so to speak, not too demanding, but absolutely worth it, so I hope you have the time (really minimal) to give a quick listen to some of their tracks.

And then, for those who have seen the new Heineken commercial, how can you not like such an advert with such a song?