The title of Holmes‘ fourth album, “Complication Simplified,” is perfect. Their brand of pop music is intricate but fundamentally simple: It’s got a good beat, and a nice, sing-a-long chorus. The band’s last album was all covers, and I liked it a lot. This one is all originals, and with an almost entirely new lineup to boot. In fact, the band’s only constant is Roy Shakked (who really is “Holmes”), and he brings a new group of Los Angeles based musicians every time.
It’s slick, glossy pop.
Give it a try. I especially recommend “Pressing My Luck.”
