Having had two shows sell out in their hometown of Brighton, we thought it necessary to explore the fuss, or shall we saw ‘fuzz’ surrounding the music of High Tyde. The four-piece specialise in indie music, and their latest EP ‘FUZZ‘ is a prime example. Whilst four can be a small, daunting number in terms of demonstrating an act’s musical capabilities, the boys make a keen attempt at showcasing what they have to offer.
First track ‘Feel It‘ begins the EP with a subdued haunting melody, but as soon as the brittling guitar kicks in, you’re hit with high riffs coupled with casual electronica. You wouldn’t be far off comparing the track to the works of Two Door Cinema Club, but with a louder, instrumental-led twist that hits after the song’s bridge. However, what the track lacks vocally, prior single ‘Talk To Frank‘ makes up for. Assured in both its pulsating sound and its plucky vocals, the track finds itself at Fuzz’s peak of interest.
Sound over substance comes to mind with next track ‘Me and You‘ and its follower ‘Mustang Japan‘. The short-lived interlude ‘Me and You‘ continues the EP, and if we must brush aside its grammatically incorrect title (tut tut!) our attention otherwise directs itself to the quirky synths over the song’s lyrics, causing the song to fade in memorability. With regards to the latter track, you feel as if you’re immersed in Japan’s city life, particularly with the low-volume siren backdrop – but lyrics and vocals escape the spotlight, and therefore lose their overall impact.
While not as cohesive as it could be, the former half of Fuzz highlights the potential that High Tyde possess. Perhaps with a sharper focus on vocals, the young talents could be well on their way to having both a long-lasting, and a colossal impact.
