It seems as if LA. alt-rockers Goon take from two stylistic genres on their latest track "Dizzy" – either they crunch their guitars like their grunge forebearers, or they play their melodic hooks with an unpolished quality that mimics the garage stomp of the last decade. But then you listen closely and you notice they compliment those melodies with pop harmonies. It becomes quite clear how Goon are not concerned with replicating a sound that already exists, more so seeking some way to make it new. One first impression (albeit, a very good one!) is not enough to make a clear assessment of where the band is headed, but to think they’ve already written such a tuneful song that connects on more than one level proves that they are onto something special.
"Dizzy" is the first track off of Goon’s debul EP Dusk of Punk, which will be self-released on September 16. The band is also slated to play a local show opening for Lucy Dacus at the Echo tomorrow, August 11. – Juan Rodríguez