Review: Sporting Life, Singles [2011]
San Francisco-based Sporting Life released its debut album, Singles, back in September 2011. Barely a year old, the band already sounds like it has been in existence for much longer. Singles combines the aesthetic of 1990s American indie rock with the confident attitude of mid-2000s Brit rock. A song like "Parking Lots" has elements of the raw energy of British punk, while the vocals on "Immigrant" recall James Mercer of the Shins. With fuzzy guitars, driving percussion, and melodic hooks, this is a can't-miss collection of songs.
The band has made Singles available for free (or choose your payment) on bandcamp.com. You can also purchase a 7" single of "Life in the Fields"/"House of Lies" at the same link.
Check out the video for "Immigrant," which was also one of GTI's top songs of 2011:
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