New Numbers is the new band of Joshua Abbott and Michael Fadem, former members – together with Holly Miranda – of The Jealous Girlfriends, a band that graced the cover of The Deli in 2006. This new project shares with their previous effort a sober psych rock influence and a punchy, hybrid sound, where guitars and synths cooperate to create thick and textured arrangements. The group’s material reveals all sorts of influences. "Creature Comforts" is the only track from the new CD available online and – I know some people won’t like this, but it’s true – sounds like Simple Minds’ from the "New Gold Dream" period, which is kind of refreshing because Jim Kerr’s band was awesome for many years before becoming extra annoying (everybody should check out their first 3-4 albums). Older songs from the previous "Islands EP" ("She’s So Down", "Whatever I Want") refer more directly to the sounds of the 60s, with beat and psychedelic influences. "Hinterlands" on the other hand is an upbeat pop-rock track with unexpected reggae bridge, more reminiscent of the band’s recent past with The Jealous Girlfriends. New Numbers will celebrate the release of their full length album at Rock Shop on March 3rd – Sean Bones will also be on the bill. These Are Not Records is planning to distribute a limited 300 copies on colored vinyl.
