•
Rating:
THE REVIEW
We cannot fail to welcome yet another return of the Scottish "The Pastels". Old friends that we occasionally meet along our path.
Now reduced to a duo, STHEPHEN Mc ROBBIE and KATRINA MITCHELL have been delighting us for about 30 years with sparse releases always worth noting. An essential influence for English indie pop music and beyond. Ask the countless SARAH, CREATION bands, the Scottish C 86 scene or the now veteran Belle And Sebastian.
They do not change course in "Slow Summits", same fragile melodies bordering on twee pop, "CHECK MAY HEARL", sung by a shy and off-key voice, that of STHEPHEN Mc ROBBIE.
Time passes for everyone, now produced by JOHN Mc ENTIRE, aided by Rococo Rot, by NORMAN BLAKE from the Scottish pop institution Teenage Fanclub. The songs are dressed with new sounds, a patina of electronics, brass, organs, but the substance does not change, they have not denatured themselves in search of a supposed modernity. They are now adults and have simply updated their attire, but underneath they are the same naive Pastels, whom we remember singing "BABY HONEY", with a few more wrinkles.
Loading comments slowly
Summary by Bot
The Pastels return with 'Slow Summits,' showcasing their signature fragile melodies and indie pop charm. Despite lineup changes, they remain true to their roots, enriched by modern production from notable collaborators. The album reflects the band's evolution without losing their naive, heartfelt essence. A welcomed release for longtime fans and indie pop enthusiasts alike.Tracklist
The Pastels
The Pastels are a Scottish indie band formed in Glasgow (1981). Core members mentioned in reviews include Stephen McRobbie and Katrina Mitchell; the band is associated with C86/twee-pop influences and a long-running indie career.01 Reviews
