In an exclusive press release, the new LP So Far No Further is said to be “Packed with dynamic songwriting and more personal lyrics than before.” Although some of their lyrics are edgy when compared to pop, I don’t think this statement holds up. The lyrics I found were “Cherish the important things / Before they’re gone” and “If I had just one more chance / Wouldn’t ask or even act.” Nothing new here for me. On top of the cliché, I don’t believe these songs tell a clear or cohesive story. I always enjoy vulnerable lyrics, but these poems didn’t express strong feelings about one thing or another. You can read all of the lyrics to their new album on Sweet Soul’s Bandcamp.
I still stand by my original thought. This band is fun live, but to be a truly good band in the 21st century, they have to start thinking of the album experience. Listening to music at home on a record player or on a streaming service must be accounted for, and though this album is an extreme improvement compared to their first EP, Sweet Soul must do some soul searching before their next release. For this fan, improvements mean more solos, lyrics that tell a clear story, and switching up the melodies. Was I right? Take a listen and leave a comment below!
Oh also, if you heckin love this LP, Sweet Soul has a ton of merch on http://www.newmoralityzine.com/