Pleasant Sweaters
Songs from Songs
From: Boston, MA
Pleasant Sweaters represent what could happen if Weird Al Yankovic got serious—and that’s not a criticism. Admit it. Like me, you’ve always thought Weird Al’s talents have been masked by his parody and you’ve always wondered what it would sound like if he hung up his jester’s cap. Well, now you know. Kidding aside, Pleasant Sweater’s debut record, Songs From Songs offers lush indie-pop supported by fantastic horns and strings. In addition to Weird Al, you’ll also hear shades of Belle & Sebastian, Mountain Goats and Weezer.
–George Dow