LAKES – ‘Start Again’

Almost two years to the day from delivering their debut LP, ‘Constance’, Hertfordshire six-piece Lakes are returning with ‘Start Again’. Having firmly established a mix of mid-western emo, math rock, and alternative indie on their first outing, this second full-length sees them expand on their foundations. Having started life out as a bedroom project, the addition of singer, glockenspiel/synth player Blue Jenkins and bassist Charlie Smith makes ‘Start Again’ Lakes’ first collaborative effort. The end result makes for a charming and digestible record. From the outset, they quickly define a harmonious sound with Roberto Cappellina’s and Jenkins’ vocals gelling together well. The chorus to ‘No Excuses’ radiates with warmth as jangly guitars twiddle away. There is a musical richness that threa...