24OurMusic Magazine November 2014 | Page 31

This raucous energy only continues with “Chemical Worker’s Song,” a slightly underwhelming track in comparison to the other three on the EP, but it’s still got that spunky attitude that the band carries throughout the record. “Moving On” is a rambunctious ending to the short-and-sweet record, featuring some sweet guitar riffs and a fantastic chorus. The overall production is well done for the type of product we have here — fast-paced instrumentals, vocalwork that matches the folk-punk tones of each track perfectly, and crisp mixing that brings out the happygo-lucky attitude that chugs throughout the EP. whole lot from what is otherwise a stylish little EP that will certainly leave listeners waiting in anticipation for more of The Valveenus’ up-tempo style. Writer: Brandon M. In the end, we’re left with something that is tight enough as an EP, and yet there are a few sounds that the record could possibly benefit from. The straightforward sensibilities of their folk-punk rock sounds certainly has character and attitude, and yet it feels too safe and maybe a little redundant, even for a four-track EP that barely clocks in at nine minutes. This doesn’t detract a “Moving On” ON PHOTO: Fast-paced instrumentals, vocal-work that matches the folk-punk tones of each track perfectly, and crisp mixing that brings out the happy-go-lucky attitude that chugs throughout the EP. 31 – 24OURMUSIC