The song is rightfully the eponymous track, as it is the epitome of the record. “Fresh Air” is the loosest song on the album, complete with the sounds of wind in the background and slacker lyrics. The melodic, bass-driven song contains catchy melodies and memorable lyrics like: The most recognizable hit from the record would be “Khmlwugh,” which was released as a single. In contrast, “Fresh Air” does seem like it has more howling, dark moments than “Midnight Snack.”Īlthough the album boasts some repetitive and recycled tracks, there are a few that stood out. It’s as if I had heard most of the beats before. After several listens, most of the songs just sounded too similar.įunky bass and jangly guitar caught my attention on “Getting Down Pt II (He’s Cooling Down).” This track is the sequel to the song “He’s Heating Up” from the previous album “Midnight Snack.” After comparing the two albums, I concluded that a few of the songs from the new album just sound like sequels to older Homeshake songs. However, it doesn’t feel like new ground for Sagar’s writing. It’s an indie pop groove that kicks off with a typical Homeshake feel, including comical dialogue.
“Every Single Thing” is the second single for the album. The first thing I thought when I heard the introductory song “Hello Welcome” was, “This album is going to put me at ease.” The soulful and smooth guitar riffs set the mood for the whole project, and the song ends with a robotic voice that welcomes the listener to the album. HOMESHAKE performs at The Cobra in Nashville on Dec. Sagar is a genius writer that knows how to make an easygoing, yet catchy hit.
The album almost feels as if it could be turned into a rap or hip-hop album at times with certain backing beats found in tracks like “Not U.” “Fresh Air” wraps up jangly guitar, sensual beats and relaxed lyrics. However, his mix of slacker indie pop, soul and R&B should speak for itself. He experiments with voice effects and samples of vibrating phones or short excerpts of dialogue, and he composes sensual ballads with infectious, electronic drumbeats. As the former guitarist for indie rock prince Mac Demarco, Sagar’s music is often overshadowed. He writes and sings the bulk of the material, and friends Greg Napier, Mark Goetz and Brad Loughead make occasional contributions. Peter Sagar is the mastermind behind the project. Homeshake released his third studio album, “Fresh Air,” last Friday with more mellow, bass-driven R&B vibes than ever. Story by Megan Loveless / Contributing Writer
Photos by Hudson McNeese / Contributing Photographer
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