Roomsound

Ah, Califone, the band that's been around longer than most hipsters have been alive, bless 'em. Roomsound is their third album, and it's a bit like walking into your grandparents' attic and finding a treasure trove of forgotten gems - dusty, but oh so charming. From the haunting twang of the guitar on "Tayzee Nub," to the melancholic crooning on "Fisherman's Wife," Califone certainly know how to pull at the heartstrings. The band's lo-fi, alt-country sound is as comforting as a cup of tea on a rainy day - familiar yet oh so satisfying. But Roomsound isn't just a stroll down memory lane, oh no. Califone injects a healthy dose of experimentalism into their tunes, with tracks like "Bottles and Bones (Shade and Sympathy)" veering off into dreamy, almost psychedelic territory. It's like taking a trip through a musical kaleidoscope - mesmerising and ever-so-slightly disorienting. Sure, the album may not be everyone's cup of Earl Grey, but for those willing to embrace Califone's quirky charm, Roomsound is a true gem. So grab your headphones, pour yourself a glass of whiskey, and let Califone take you on a nostalgic journey through the dusty corners of their musical universe. Cheers to that, old chaps.