The Goodnight Fields - Hang On (Independent)
The Goodnight Fields are a four-piece indie-folk-rock band from Muncie, Indiana, with some exceptional pop songs, and a loose, raggedy style of presentation. Full of energy and vim, and a DIY aesthetic which I always find appealing, they rip into their material like a C86 band channeling The Byrds and Velvet Underground but with a contemporary roots edge which brings to mind a tattered and frayed Mumfords. They’re right on track for some sort of breakthrough, and “Hang On” is littered with songs that could attract a substantial audience.

Led by Blake Mohler who writes, sings and plays guitar, he’s joined by Suzanne Dennis on vocals and rhythm section, Bianca Russelburg on drums and Pat Hannon on bass and keyboards. As mentioned previously, there’s no shortage of good songs: “Human” opens proceedings, and it’s a hook-fest, and the first sign that Mohler and Dennis’ voices are well matched. Dennis takes lead on “Concrete” and her classic folk warble agreeably collides with some sharp guitars. “The Line” may well be the track to penetrate the mainstream. It’s already picking up airplay on local stations and it’s easy to understand its appeal. Dennis’ vocal shines and the resolute pacing demands the listener’s attention.
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