Jake King Rock and Roll cassette
Bringing a big boom out of Buffalo, JAKE KING gives you exactly what the name of the tape claims. In the spirit of the ’90s revival à la Estrus Records, these five catchy little tunes are painted in a primitive garage sound that’s caked in its own weight. With melodies like a punk rock MONKEES and way-out guitar solos, Jake serves up a version of ’60s-inspired swagger that rings damn fresh and ends too soon. Unless something better comes along to overtake its throne, “2026” is the anthem of the year for all intents and purposes. Promising stuff here; hopefully he’s just warming up.