Shy Child // Liquid Love

Made obvious from their debut album, Shy Child are not afraid of experimentation. The brave, Brooklyn duo of Pete Cafarella and Nate Smith have shedded their signature macho sound for this record, and replaced it with new wave twinkling and elegance. Cafarella is still rocking out with his keytar, but “Liquid Love” has a completely different feel to their debut album “Noise Won’t Stop”. Their second offering is more sensual and more considered which they insist is a "female” album. Not meaning that it is a record for the ladies… but that it is infact their lady. Whilst the debut album could be seen as the crazy, chaotic, bitch of a night you will never forget, their second offering is that long walk home – feeling a little less crazy, tired, reflecting on the awesome time you just had. The whole LP enjoys an easygoing groove that flows through the tracks, melting them all together. NB. Unless in the zone, this can become a bit monotonous. However, the louder you play it the better it sounds! The title track, “Liquid Love”, acts as a starting point and sets the above mentioned tone for the duration. "Disconnected” brings a slightly more disco feel to the table and "Criss Cross” hints at their signature sound – this time coated in honey, layered with synths. Shy Child are a breath of fresh air to the electro, new wave scene and although a great album in itself, unfortunately Liquid Love is not as infectious as their debut.