Album Review: Bridge & Tunnel keep it crafty, honest on 'Indoor Voices'

Bridge and Tunnel- Indoor Voices

Brooklyn/Long Island, New York

Released June 2010

No Idea Records

For fans of: Hot Water Music, Cap'N Jazz, Cursive, Thursday

By Star Child

Bridge and Tunnel is one of those bands that consistently release great records. I've been listening to Indoor Voices for weeks. Ever since the songs were posted on PunkNews, I've been soaking up the goodness that is this new EP and since I bought the vinyl at the band's Cake Shop with Small Brown Bike in May, I've been enjoying the album in my record player. This album is simply awesome. I barely know what to write, but this release deserves as much credit as it can get. The guitar is always intricate and intriguing, and the dual male/female vocals coupled with the driving and melodic rhythms make the release compelling. Then there's the wonderful lyrics. The vocals are fairly clean with some screams here and there. 

On "Predecessors" the band pays tribute to those who work. There's a nice note that goes along with it about how the elderly get neglected and unrecognized and deserve better. "Staples" is a touch heavier and one of my favorites. "New Dialogue" plays like a letter to a friend or lover, better yet loved one, but in song form. It's about being around for someone, being honest with them, and reminding them you care. Rachel takes lead vocals on this one. Her sweet, firm voice weaving nicely through the touching lyrics. "Room to Let" is a softer one where Jeff's vocals shine through nicely. Overall, this is a solid release from a tight band!

Indoor Voices is available on 10'' vinyl in various colors for only $8 from No Idea Records here.

Indoor Voice Tracklisting: 

1. Predecessors

2. Targeting Practices

3. The Staples

4. New Dialogue

5. Room to Let