Los Angeles-based act Paycheque deliver a sharply melodic synth-pop moodiness on “Joy & Laughter,” embracing a new-wave influence. Steady percussive and warbled, bass-y synths complement a debonair vocal presence to start; an illuminated rise takes hold as twinkling synths and post-punk guitar movements enter the fold.
“Ever after, joy and laughter,” the vocals let out there, traversing seamlessly into the enjoyable yet more sporadic nature of the verses. A stylish success, “Joy & Laughter” has us anticipating what’s next from Paycheque, who recently opened for TOPS’ Jane Penny and appear poised for a continued ascent.
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This and other tracks featured this month can be streamed on the updating Obscure Sound’s ‘Emerging Singles’ Spotify playlist.
