This five song EP by matt pond PA is, to put it simply, really catchy. I can’t stop tapping my foot and bobbing my head, and after just one spin the songs are becoming familiar, a sure sign of their ability to stick with you. It’s the perfect summer soundtrack with poppy, infectious hooks and light, upbeat melodies. Spring Fools is somewhat of a break between the band’s last album, 2010’s The Dark Leaves, and what will most likely become Pond’s ninth record sometime in the future whether it be this year or next. By whittling things down to just five songs, singer-songwriter and namesake Matt Pond has created a really strong EP with what are some of his best songs.
Opening track “Love To Get Used” and the piano-laden “Lovers Always Win” see vocal accompaniment from Ariel Abshire, her voice adding extra layers of depth and warmth. The stripped down acoustic song “Spring Fawn” is a calm and thoughtful tune, while “Sugar Bush” finds emotion in both the lyrical narrative and the melodies themselves. It’s short and sweet and a staple for your next backyard barbecue. Set it on repeat and I’m betting it won’t get old.
Track listing:
1 Love To Get Used
2 Human Beings
3 Lovers Always Win
4 Spring Fawn
5 Sugar Bush
