Dead To Me
Moscow Penny Ante
With more up tempo and straight forward songs than their last album, Moscow Penny Ante revisits and updates the classic sound that first caught everyones attention on 2006s Cuban Ballerina. The description of the music as being straight forward should not be misinterpreted as calling it simple or uninspired. The tracks on Moscow are crafted with multiple layers throughout, noting a marked increase in adroit guitar leads, melodic vocal interplay from singer to singer, and even playful percussive elements that were not present on past releases. Its the manner in which these intricate layers are melded so seamlessly that creates a perceived feeling of simplicity and makes the music so accessible and immediately gratifying. On Moscow Penny Ante DEAD TO ME utilize the skills learned while successfully composing songs outside of their genre and comfort zone, to crank out some of the most palatable punk rock songs ever written. The band have quite literally gotten so good that they make it sound easy.