Having just heard about this band for the first time courtesy of Mike at Sweet Beef Agency I did not know what to expect when I starting listening to this album.  After having run through it several time now I have to say…this was one very interesting listening experience.   Although Ricky comes tagged as slacker rock there is more depth and thoughtful musical composition than that genre often delivers. 

This set opens up with “Room” which has a haunted lullaby groove especially for the first 1:10 or so.  It also feels a bit somber and has a slightly disconcerting but also charming melody loop that grew on me the more I listened to it.  “Call In Sick” is much different, coming in with a strong vocal and powerful rhythm section that drives this one all the way through to the end.  There is also a brief but smartly placed bridge that gives this track just a little bit of needed breathing room.  Following along is “Don’t Matter” (cool guitar sounds swirling around a punchy drum beat) and “Nothin Goin On” (entrancing, swaying rhythm that spirals out at the end into a bizarre sonic atmosphere).  

Next up is “Cool Guy” and the star here for me is the bass line along with a  wavering guitar hook that draws you into a buzzy atmosphere.  It gave me kind of a fever dream feeling especially with the repetitive “famous and rich” mantra that pops up throughout the song.  “Walk” (a boppin’ down the street runner) is followed by the title track which comes crashing in before quickly settling down to a mystical, hypnotic loop.  The eighth song “SD Dying” is my favorite on this album and it jumps right off on a great vocal with jamming guitar vibes.  The rhythm section is persistent and insistent throughout this tune and there are some interesting pacing changes along the way.  It is a rocker with a twist.

“Don’t Get It” is followed by “Beautiful Day” and something about the guitar intro makes this one feel grand right from go.  It manages to keep that majestic vibe even with a contrary set of lyrics which makes for a fascinating contrast.  The final track is “CCR” which is a solid ending for this set.  It has that slacker rock groove and feel but also layers in some cool effects, a compelling arrangement and just a few unexpected moments.  

This album is a great listen all the way through and offers up a mixture of psychedelic, slacker and alternative rock but with some new twists and a unique presentation.  

As I always have to do just a little more digging around…there are some other prior offerings available at the link below – I especially enjoyed Palm Trees.

https://rickysmusic.bandcamp.com/music

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