Hamfatter
Do Something Stupid Tonight
Monday 31st of March 2008
Hamfatter are a clear pop talent. Crispy clean music, soft vocal and sugary lyrics that address sugar-free subjects.
'Do Something Stupid Tonight' is an indie-pop smoothie with reggae syncopation that sounds like a more fashionable Divine Comedy. The spirit of the song is an attractive prospect; do something stupid and have a fun memory to share with people. Lovely.
'Down Tonight' is less momentary and more introspective, achieving in under four minutes the epic emotional anthem that continues to elude bands that stretch piano songs endlessly into yawning six-minute wallowings. It has the edge of reality, for example, that eludes Coldplay's 'Fix You' and a killer melody that Travis chased, but never really caught.
Hamfatter are undoubtedly pop, but with an added layer of substance beneath the appealing and fashionable exterior. A sure fire winner.
Author: Steve
Label: Pink Hedgehog Records
Found in: Record Reviews
Official Rating
We rated this record 4 out of 5.