Ball Park Music pulled out the classic of all classics with Bohemian Rhapsody at SITG 2014, and now with their fourth studio album Every Night The Same Dream, they have their own in the seven and a half minute epic Pariah. Starting out with a solo piano ballad, reminiscent of Lucy in the Sky With Diamonds, the track builds into what is one of the many highlights on their most comprehensive album yet.
Ever Since I Turned The Lights On has a rocking vibe that’ll wake listeners from the slump of a long hard working day. It has a raw energy and groove that is reminiscent of She Only Loves Me When I’m There off their previous record Puddinghead.
From the opening track Feelings to the closer Suit Yourself, throughout a few listens it is easy to picture a packed out mosh pit at Falls or Beyond The Valley grooving away with beach balls being thrown around and lyrics sung at full volume. This record creates a euphoric feeling of hot summer nights with a cold beverage in hand with a few friends.
In a recent interview, Sam Cromack lead singer for the band said “I can still hear the happiness of playing together in that room. We did what put a smile on our face and put that on the record.” Throughout Every Night The Same Dream, you’re able to hear that, a cohesive set of ten songs that’ll no doubt be the soundtrack to many people’s summer playlist.
A stand out record for 2016. Thank you Ball Park Music for bringing us the party vibes once again.
BY TEX MILLER
