MAGIC KIDS Memphis (2010 UK 11-track CD album - Magic Kids are a young band; they're only in their early twenties but have already courted a lot of attention, and not without reason. Their sound borrows from great pop with nods to Brian Wilson, Van Dyke Parks, Jeff Lynne and even the classic Motown girl-group sound. Whilst being inspired by these melodies, the band also learns from their craftsmanship, taking the time and effort to turn a simple song in to a wide-eyed moment of epic and radiant baroque-pop. Recorded at Doug Easley's studio by Shane Stoneback [Vampire Weekend, Sleigh Bells], 'Memphis' is defiantly contemporary and packs a seriously powerful punch. Last year's single 'Hey Boy' demonstrates their near perfect update on the late-60s California sound, whereas 'Superball' hits like a sugar high at a funfair and album closer 'Cry With Me Baby' throws doo-wop forward fifty years. It's all done in just half an hour - a perfect and succinct blast of summer)