I loved Dot.s’ previous track, the infectious “Evil Lines,” so it’s a pleasure to premiere the latest release from the Atlanta-based five-piece. Contrary to the instant excitability of “Evil Lines,” the beginning to “Remaining Years (Yellow Mess)” is a suaver, more understated slice of ’80s nostalgia. The build-up to the effervescent, nostalgic synth lead around the 50-second mark is accompanied by a hypnotic vocal repetition. By the track’s second half, there’s a more soaring, energetic quality that merges ’80s pop with contemporary psych-friendly swirling. “Remaining Years (Yellow Mess)” is another surefire winner from Dot.s. Look for the band’s third LP, Long for this World, this summer.
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“Remaining Years (Yellow Mess)” and other memorable tracks from this month can also be streamed on the updating Obscure Sound’s ‘Best of June 2019’ Spotify playlist.
