The Lunar Keys are a relatively new four-piece rock band from Guildford, who play a mixture of “alternative rock and neurotic pop,” and consists of singer and bass player JC, drummer Dom, singer and keyboardist Lexi and singer and guitarist “The Steve.” The band were long listed for Glastonbury’s Emerging Talent 2020 and regularly feature on BBC Introducing.

I have previously reviewed music by The Lunar Keys and was eager to hear their latest single 88 Train, which was released on 07/07/2023. Once again, this track does not disappoint.

88 Train is a deeply emotive song that reflects profound insights while embarking on the thrilling journey of life and invites the listener to embrace the present and seek deeper connections with others. Powerful stuff that I am sure will resonate with a lot of people.

The track is a thunderous anthem, that starts off quite serenely but one that soon erupts with all instruments really coming into their own.

Heavy yet melodious guitar riffs are thrown at the listener, really punching you in the stomach (in a good way!) and galloping drums really pulsate through your eardrums. Meaty basslines help keep the song tight and, having reviewed music by this great band before, I can really hear the progression and growth they are undergoing.

The vocals on this track are awesome, strong, and gritty and once again contrasted with female backups, creating a great alternative / classic crossover.

This is an upbeat song that has an 80’s yet modern feel to it and one that should, if you love music, get you dancing around your living room. Please check out The Lunar Keys and see if you love them as much as we do!

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