A 2009 release, but one well worth seeking out. Released on Woodsist (Kurt Vile, Woods, Vivian Girls) 'Monster Head Room' is more brilliance from the new lo-fi brigade. Ganglians sound like a much more expansive band than alot of their label mates. There are acoustic numbers of searching love with distant sweet harmonies and swirling summer wind guitars. There are more swaggering numbers with built up rhythms and 60's echoes. Reviews pick up on Kinks, Beach Boys and Grizzly Bear similarities, and they are definitely present. Whilst the album certainly feels nostalgic, there are enough elements and variety for it to sound fresh and needed.
