Slothbear – White Christmas

Contributed by Chris Gedos

Song two off Slothbear’s 2010 LP Qids (no u) is called “White Christmas”. After the first few guitar notes, (they’re adept at the instantly recognizable lick), any and all Bing Crosby comparisons dissipate into the crisp, Long Island night. The use of background falsetto yodels during the verse is a simple trick, but one so effective it’s befuddling. Herein lay the magic of Slothbear—their experimentations come off as natural and unpretentious. They’re unafraid to take a chance while somehow fitting those strong choices within traditional Rock constructs. Probably one of the best new bands on the East Coast and hardly a lad has ever fancied these cats. Santa better have a surprise in their stocking!

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Rating 8.48

Reviewed by b3