On the title track from Afterlife Parade frontman Quinn Erwin’s new Living in America EP, Erwin waxes political over a hooting choir and some catchy riffs that are squeaky clean but never feel any less true for it. "Gray" is a more somber number, faking out a lead-up to some kind of grand climax and instead veering into a bit of stripped-down emotional crooning at the pivotal moment. It’s a different type of songwriting than we’re used to hearing around these parts, but I think it’s a refreshing change and one well worth your precious listening time. –Austin Phy
