We continue our "Best of NYC Countdown", covering every day one of the artists that made our Year End Best of NYC list (a chart compiled by a jury comprised of local bloggers, music writers, promoters, record sotre personnel and DJs). Many of the bands in this list will play The Deli’s Best of NYC Fest in Williamsburg in May (6 shows in 3 different venues between the 13 and the 15).
Close your eyes, find a soft piece of grass, be still for a moment, and let the Acrylics EP “All The Fire” saturate your ears and your mind. In doing this, you’ll truly be able to appreciate the distant vocals, innovative rock, and smooth transitions between melodies all captured in each individual track. The best part of this album is that no song plays the same way from start to finish. The Acrylics have done a fantastic job of throwing in musical subtleties to keep your attention, particularly in “Avenue I,” where the shifts from acoustic guitar to transient pop flow perfectly. You will love this album for the visual effects of its lyrical metaphors and it’s beautiful harmonies within the uniquely talented quintet. -CM