Milo Greene: Control

Emily Zemler on January 26, 2015

On their second album, Los Angeles indie-rock group Milo Greene allows more light to infiltrate their music. Control follows the band’s 2012 self-titled debut and eschews the moody sensibility of that effort in favor of synth-laced buoyancy that lends a more propulsive sense to the songs. As on their debut, the musicians share vocal duties, shifting between four different voices to create layered melodies. There’s a danceable feeling throughout, especially on tracks like shimmering pop number “On The Fence” and “Gramercy,” which has an anthemic ‘80s vibe. The overall execution is clean and clear, each note carefully orchestrated, which sometimes results in dampened emotions within the songs. But when Milo Greene hits, they hit with fervor: The ambient “Parents’ House” is reflective and sensitive, as the music and lyrics come together to convey an affecting sense of heartbreak and loss. Even in more light, the band still does darkness well.

Artist: Milo Greene
Album: Control
Label: Elecktra