What can be said about ‘The Explorers Club’ album ‘Freedom Wind’? Upon listening to the first 20 seconds of the opening track you’ll have an idea of what your in for - an album heavily influenced by the Beach Boys and Byrds perfect for having a gas on the beach, chasing far out chicks and kicking sand into a Squares face.
This album could be a blessing and a curse for TEC. A blessing because Freedom Wind is full of perfect harmonies and simple pop-melodies performed by 6 talented dudes, so they’ve proven they can produce some lovely music. The curse because not everyone is a fan of 60’s beach pop (me included). Great music aside, if you’re not into bands like the Beach Boys, you’re not going to like this album. Secondly, this is a concept album, it’s great for the Summer but I don’t think I’ll be listening to it come Autumn.
A valiant effort on The Explorers Clubs’ part, but I may not give them another listen unless they decide to release an album with a better mix of original material.
3/5
