Intelligent pop is so rare and refreshing. Val Emmich is a singer-songwriter, actor - most notably in the "Cougars" episode of 30 Rock - and first time novelist whose sixth album Little Daggers will be released on September 30th. The album contains an abundance of infectious pop melodies without sacrificing lyrical or vocal substance.
The opening tracks "The Lucky Ones", "Get On With It", and "Got A Habit Now" - which reminds me a little of the shinier side of The Cure - are probably the catchiest numbers on the album, but even the more melancholy songs have peppy arrangements. "Hurt More Later" is good example of Emmich's ability to mask cynical lyrics beneath a pretty pop melody. Little Daggers is a great soundtrack for summer.
Val Emmich - Get On With It (mp3)
Val Emmich Official Site
Val Emmich MySpace
Buy @ Amazon
The opening tracks "The Lucky Ones", "Get On With It", and "Got A Habit Now" - which reminds me a little of the shinier side of The Cure - are probably the catchiest numbers on the album, but even the more melancholy songs have peppy arrangements. "Hurt More Later" is good example of Emmich's ability to mask cynical lyrics beneath a pretty pop melody. Little Daggers is a great soundtrack for summer.
Val Emmich - Get On With It (mp3)
Val Emmich Official Site
Val Emmich MySpace
Buy @ Amazon
