THE JAPANESE HOUSE // “GOOD AT FALLING” - ALBUM REVIEW

English Indie Pop artist The Japanese House (aka Amber Bain) has released her debut album 'Good at Falling" out today on Dirty Hit. The album is co-produced by her and The 1975' George Daniel. Whose own band you can hear has been a major influence on her production but her sound as well. On 'Good At Falling", her debut full-length record many influences are heard and felt here. The songwriting is honest and vulnerable, with a quiet sadness felt throughout the album. All of it set against lush electronic instruments, bright guitars, earthy drums, and clever purposeful sampling akin to what is done in hip-hop. Amber's vocals range from soft and pretty to heady with a touch of grit. Her use of different audio processes is only to enhance the sound. Such as the intro of the album, with her use of heavy processing and samples, before segueing into a dreamy 80s like synthpop. Songs like 'Maybe There's A Reason", and 'We Talk All The Time" we hear more synthpop influences and artists like The Beach Boys and Blondie. Even little things such as chimes and bells. A vocoder effect shows up on her vocals for the song 'Wild". While the track musically has elements of 90s shoegaze and modern electro-pop, Amber's vocal delivery incorporates a bit of modern hip-hop/RnB swag. All in all the debut album 'Good at Falling" is a promising one showcasing her songwriting talents as she hones in on the little things that make The Japanese House unique.Stream/Buy The Japanese House 'Good at Falling'The Japanese House Socials:Twitter: @JapanesehouseInstagram: @thejapanesehouse

Until then,
Brittney x
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