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The new album from Melbourne band, Architecture in Helsinki, is anything but dull. As they say, never judge a book by its cover, but with this album a lot is said by the front illustration. With bright colours that match the happy feel of the lyrics and tunes, the whole recording has a bright and cheery sound about it.

A mixture of female and male vocals gives this band an extra something other artists sometimes lack, and that is the ability to make each track completely different from the next. It is definitely an album that grabs your attention and keeps it.

The bouncy track Feather in a Baseball Cap has a bit of an electronic streak through it, and the lyrics are a little cheekier which will put a smile on the listener’s face. Also, Same Old Innocence which is more of a “normal” sounding song; one for those out there who are not an avid fan of Architecture’s sound, but want to introduce themselves slowly to their quirky brand of music.

But my personal favourite is track six, Like it or Not, which starts off with a slow choir and quickly picks up and goes into a fast-paced, upbeat and all together fun song; one for those rainy days when you need a little sunlight to brighten your life.

Try this album out. Though I must admit they are a little strange to start with, AIH grow on you very quickly, and soon enough you will find yourself humming their tunes while buying yourself a colourful new t-shirt or dress.

CAROLE WHITEHEAD