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With UK rock \u201cmaking a comeback\u201d in recent years, there is a plethora of fresh bands wanting to get noticed. However, many of them come off as ineffective intimaters of successful acts. With that being said, meet Years Young<\/b>. Hailing from Lincolnshire, the quartet\u2019s debut offering \u2018Hiraeth\u2019<\/i> falls somewhere in between promising and (somewhat) predictable.<\/p>\n
There is no doubt their sonically-moulded brand of Brit-rock has its positives. Lead-off single ‘Miracles\u2019<\/i> is a delicate and stirring offering with a compelling tone and build-up, whilst the production is near and Luke Colclough sounds more comfortable in the lead vocal department.<\/p>\n
‘Finding My Feet\u2019<\/i> hints at a more dense, rockier sound yet falls into the trap into becoming a faceless slice of UK rock. Whereas ‘The Sign\u2019<\/i> allows them to flex lyrical might with the memorable chorus line of \u201ccall me Judas one more time,\u201c<\/i> whilst the tone neatly ebbs and flows between dynamic, spacious guitars and louder, straight-up rock moments.<\/p>\n
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‘Paper Machines\u2019<\/i> carries on the band\u2019s lighter, atmospheric approach that allows Colclough\u2019s vocals to take centre stage with conviction. The same can be said for ‘Electric\u2019<\/i>, as the slow build gives way to soaring harmonies and powerful emotional-driven vocals.<\/p>\n
The closing track ‘Sleeping Easy\u2019<\/i> ends proceedings on a brighter point, with a vibrant chorus and solid instrumentation. However, ultimately it fails to solidify a permanent identity for Years Young<\/b>, much like this EP in general.<\/p>\n
Admittedly, Years Young<\/b> try to differ from your run-of-the-mill UK rock band. They subtly keep things interesting with a varied approach throughout, but still fail to leave a lasting impression. They have the hooks, yet they\u2019re delivered with a taste of familiarity.<\/p>\n
Nevertheless, for a band that is in their infancy, there is potential for Years Young<\/b> to build off on this promising early effort. Otherwise, they\u2019re going to become just another accessible but forgettable UK band. Only time will tell.<\/p>\n
2.5\/5<\/p>\n
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