The New Slave
Bringing You A Brighter Tomorrow
Raw Onion Records

The New Slave consists of Craig M Clarke, Daniel Crowell and Troy James. Their music is gently psychedelic and is melodic with a modern slant.

"Golden Summer Smile" is an apt title for a woozy-voiced pop ditty with a cool tune. "Love is the Answer, Benjamin" is a dreamy wash of a song that the trio plays well. It harks back to the sixties for inspiration, but has a modern flavor. "Building Spring" is a Beatles-y technicolor dream with a nice hazy mood. "99 Steps (reprise)" closes the album on a good note, a singularly complex and jazzy song that first well with the others. It's a lovely record all told.

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