Review
"Wild Heart," the debut album by Current Joys, is a sonic voyage through the emotional universe of youth. Released in 2013, this collection of 10 tracks feels like the soundtrack to an ethereal coming-of-age film, with Nick Rattigan masterfully capturing raw, unfiltered emotions. The album opens with "My Blood," a slow, poignant piece that lays a melancholic foundation with its haunting guitar melody and sparse, yet evocative lyrics, allowing listeners to immerse in a deep sense of longing.
Tracks like "New York City," "Blade Running," and "New Flesh" continue this emotional odyssey, blending Rattigan's signature melancholic guitar and drum arrangements. There’s an enchanting retro ambiance in songs like "Televisions" and "Blondie," with "Blade Running" nodding to the synth-heavy beats of the '80s. The finale, "You Broke My Heart," is a haunting ballad that underscores Rattigan’s vocal prowess and emotional depth. Through themes of sadness, homesickness, and nostalgia, "Wild Heart" forms a celestial tapestry, drawing listeners into its introspective allure. Fans of indie and alternative spheres, whether enamored with Arctic Monkeys, Clairo, or The Wallows, will find themselves bewitched by this emotive and profound debut. - Miles
