Thursday, 1 August 2013

Single Review: For Marla, ‘Resentment’ (Self-Released- 18/06/2013)


Formed back in 2011, For Marla are an Alternative Rock band from Brighton and its clear their performing muscles have been well-exercised over the last couple of years, due to their musically-mature charm.

They have a variety-driven progressive style that’s almost gentle, despite the implications of the title of the single. ‘Resentment’ boasts a White Lies esque apathy in terms of vocal projection and flair, and the elegant yet thumping bass divides the various sections of the song. It’s clear how hard the band have worked with regards to live work and building a fan base from their social media.

Slightly 1980’s influenced vocally-speaking, For Marla have managed to hit the nail on the head when it comes to finding the balance between dawdling, dulcet tones and getting brutal, painful emotions through lyrics. It is something very few band and artists manage to claim and something to be applauded.

4/5

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