The Bankes Brothers – “Georgia Peaches”
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From Victoria, Canada, The Bankes Brothers blow us away with the confident “Georgia Peaches.”
“Georgia Peaches” is a blast of nostalgic fresh air. From start to finish, you are swept up in its melodic, wistful charm. I wouldn’t describe this song as anthemic, and it certainly isn’t glossy, but that isn’t a bad thing. It’s all part of its charm, and exactly what makes it so deceptively catchy and captivating. Cutting to the point, this is good old-fashioned indie rock at its best.
The music is breezy, pushed along by a head-popping groove. It feels reassuringly inevitable. Thoughtful guitar work accentuates the composition, always warm, always tastefully placed, whether it’s the understated, warm acoustic guitar, the glassy rhythm guitar layered with mesmerising delays trailing endlessly behind, or the radiant, shimmering lead guitar work.
At its heart, the vocal is vulnerable, melancholic, smooth, rich and rounded. In some ways, it is actually quite reminiscent of Roy Orbison. As the chorus breaks, it is rousing, soulful and uplifting, delivering a hook that sneaks up on you, as every good classic song does. This explosive release is only heightened by a shift into a staccato groove and flourishes of percussive triplets.
Nelson Banks describes “Georgia Peaches” as an ode to the “Walter Mitty’s of the world. I’m a fan of the philosophy that the music is ours when we write and record, but once it’s released it’s for you to listen to and relate with however you please. If it speaks to you in any way whatsoever, we’ve done our job as musicians.”
“Georgia Peaches” is an atmospheric track that feels like the perfect song to daydream to. The Bankes Brotherswill release their debut album For the sake of my love I hope I make it, February 10, via Blue Heron Music.
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