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Welcome to the world, Beach Baby.
No Mind No Moneyis the sound of a band bursting onto the international stage, scoring some real hits in the process.‘Limousine’ opens proceedings and suggests a quick ascent to bigger things, but it’s the titular track that really has the true punch of melody behind it. One cannot help but marvel at the self-effacing “A little fucked up and a little slow” lyric that twists in the centre of the song – it’s an understated gem that proves akin to finding loose change in the gutter.
‘Smoke Won’t Get Me High’ is a frolic of sorts, a call to those who’ve discovered that the comedy in their lives has been replaced by tragedy. “Do you like what I do?” quiz the band on ‘Hot Weather’ – most listeners will surely be answering yes.
‘Bug Eyed And Blonde’ is suitably dreamy and detached, with a chorus that manages to be both affecting and radio friendly. Languid from start to finish, it’s a seamless transition through the prism of ’60s meanderings, all psychedelic brain frazzle.
All in all, No Mind No Money might not reinvent the wheel, but it has a distinct charm and power entirely of its own. Don’t miss this one – it’ll stick in your head for days.
Beach Baby’sNo Mind No Moneyis out now through Island Records.
