The lovesick Bostonians known as Warm Thrills have just released their self-titled debut album. Loaded with lyrics about heartbreak, “Warm Thrills” oozes with the despair of a faded love. The opening track “Boyfriend” is a familiar plea for a girl to just give it a shot, but the playfully up-tempo drums and syncopated vocal line make it a feel good-tune (if you ignore the lyrics). In the emotional vein of The Cure’s “Boys Don’t Cry,” "Boyfriend" is the stand-out track of the album. The band uses syncopation frequently, creating unsettled and slightly confused shuffles. Filled with retro psychedelic harmony, deliciously desponded lyrics and youthful charm, every song elicits the image of an awkward high school dance in the 50s. Warm Thrills has delivered an honest and dreamy album that reminds us all how confusing and generally messed up it can feel to love someone. Check it out on Bandcamp now – Paul Talbot
