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Album Tue Jul 24 2012
Dastardly Releases Ballads in Blue EP
Happy Tuesday! There's nothing better than new music to brighten up the day (especially an epically rainy one), and Chicago band Dastardly has just released their latest musical work Ballads in Blue yesterday via their bandcamp page.
Each of Dastardly's recordings has impressed me, and it's captivated me to see how much their music has evolved stylistically over time as they honed in on their unique sound. Ballads in Blue showcases Dastardly at their very best: beautifully layered harmonies, frenetic, eccentric rhythmic arrangements, and that old time Americana feel at its core, introspective and timeless. "Blue Dreams" is the standout track from the album, featuring lush arrangements, an unexpected choral backing and Gabe Liebowitz's vocals shining amidst a delicate backdrop.
Take a listen to Ballads in Blue below, which is available for download and purchase here by naming your price. You can also catch Dastardly playing these new tunes live at their next hometown concert, August 30 at Schubas, which will be their official record release show.