Surgeons in Heat’s six-song cannonball of an EP is creating massive waves on a low-tide beach. With a loaded set of fun and easy-going songs for a day in the heat, Surgeons will have everything going for them (besides an uncontrollable teenage girl fan base). Nothing is lacking out of each song, as each one brings a uniquely pleasant sound to the table.
One of the brilliant aspects of this EP is the album cover. The old school photograph of the boy standing on the pool’s diving board craftily conveys the band’s intentions — to be retro, stress-free, and fun.
And rather than flaunting their extreme musical talent, they keep their cool and work together as a trio, making perfectly smooth beats, progressions, and vocals. As you listen, you notice that each song begins with the sweetness of each individual instrument. But as the guitar, bass, and percussion all unify into one mind-pleasing harmony, the delightfulness is exponentially greater.
One highlight from the EP is “GT50,” which kicks some 21st century ass. Back in the day, there was nothing cooler than taking a girl for a spin in your muscle car. Yes, Surgeons in Heat is new, young, and still experimenting — but their song “GT50” already possesses an easy-going sound, a timeless message, and all the potential to become nothing less than classic.
“Better On Your Own” sticks out as being capable of mass appeal and ultimately, success. Despite being less joyful than the rest, it is a perfectly fitting song for the series. The groovy guitar riffs, the “ooh, ooh, ooh’s,” the feel of flowing carelessness…it all just clicks.
While these two songs have their strengths, each of the six songs is catchy, meaningful, and definitely worth checking out. The EP gives us a taste of Surgeons in Heat’s phenomenal talent and personality. You can expect even more out of them once they grow as a band, experiment more, and release a full album.