ALBUM REVIEW: GoldBloom – ‘For Money And Power’

When New York jazz-punk trio GoldBloom released their breakthrough debut LP ‘Peaked In High School’ last year, it was greeted as one of the more innovative offerings of that year. Creating this wonderfully smooth and progressive direction that always searched for a unique appeal, the band’s reputation has grown exponentially since then, allowing them to really find a sound that works for them. Now they return to the fold with their hotly-tipped sophomore LP ‘For Money And Power’, a record that looks to continue those adventurous ideals.

Building upon the foundations of its predecessor, ‘For Money And Power’ revitalises those vibrant textures they first emerged with. Keeping the production as refined as possible in order to keep that live groove running throughout, they return to the fold with a truly dynamic and enigmatic delight. Moving with this subtle elegance between each track, their lack of conventional aesthetics gives them this truly unique sound in which to absorb.

GoldBloom may not have the same international appreciation as some of their peers right now, but ‘For Money And Power’ certainly feels like something a wider audience would appreciate. Even if jazz may not be entirely your thing, the breadth and scope that these three bring to their direction is on par with some of the more impactful names on the scene right now.

GoldBloom’s new album ‘For Money And Power’ will be available to stream from the 7th June.