With a leaked three-song preview of the upcoming Little Black Books* release, "Sparta Circle Drive," it's apparent that there is no end in sight to the so-called "Year of Duluth."**"Grind Him Down" finds Mark Lindquist and company embracing light electronic flourishes and some gentle acoustic strumming. It has a warm sound ... maybe this is what Air would sound like if those Frenchies (I mean no disrespect, as I am also of "Frenchie" descent) ever tasted an American brew -- preferably from the waters of Milwaukee.
"Kozy" is similarly subdued, but includes some quintessential Lindquist lyrics: "Every night is so full of sin / Every night is so full of sin." Nice vocal accompaniment by one of the fellow Books, too.
This is definitely the sound of a group abandoning its earlier, rawer roots. (Say goodbye to Giljunko forever, it seems.)
And, while I'm no mathematician, "Wet Gospel" could easily be the new album's big hit. This is another acoustic-based track (perhaps these are all just demos and I failed to receive that memo?), but this thing moves. It sucks you in. I don't want to spoil too much -- as I'm not even sure if there is a release date in mind -- but this will be the one the kids'll be lining up to hear.
*Image of frontman Mark Lindquist courtesy of me and the Budge.
**This is a multifaceted argument revolving around new releases from Duluth acts Low, the State Champs, David Mehling and the Gallows -- plus, you know, whatever else comes out.
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