Record number 3 by the finest Parisian band is finally here. Big by Hoorsees was released Friday just gone, and it is one of those records that just makes you instantly feel good. Their previous releases have done exactly the same, and record number 3 somehow has a grander feel to it; you can really hear the progress and passion on this record. It may only be the start of the year but this record has the potential to be the soundtrack to the Summer.

The record opens with the blissful Movie’s Architecture; a 5 minute breakdown into the minds of Hoorsees, and it seems like a safe place to be. It’s the kind of song that would fit perfectly at any point of the record, and it is just the most divine way to start the record. Hoorsees are a band that are so easy to love. If this is your first time listening to them, then Big is a beautiful record to start with. Or, you can go back and play it in order- whichever way you choose to listen, all you need to do is sit back and close your eyes and let the band take you on the purest journey imaginable.

What I adore about this band is that you cannot liken them to anyone else. I fell in love with Alexin’s voice when I first heard his previous band Dr Chan a few years ago- I loved his style and the roughness to his vocals. His vocals with Hoorsees are much more delicate, and captures you in a different way. There is something so therapeutic about this band, and a large part of it for me is the vocals and lyrics. The sound they have is nothing short of perfect, and the way they have grown with their sound in just 3 records is exceptional.

I cannot drive (thank god) but the song Artschool makes you want to take a road trip and play this full blast; that’s the general feel of this record- a way of escaping for a while and just being absolutely fine with being by yourself. Artschool feels like it might be the anthem of the record- the one where fans scream this song back to the band the loudest. Every song makes you feel that way on this record, but there is something about this one that has a slightly stronger grip. Indie kids will eat this one right up.

Every song on this record is easy to relate to and treasure. From the relaxed sounds of New Career to Charming City Life; this record is Hoorsees at their finest. They’ve got better and better with each release, and it just makes them one of the most exciting bands around. Big is such a joy to listen to, and honestly if everything feels a bit overwhelming at the moment- take some time out for yourself, and play this record. It’ll calm your mind for a little while and will give you what you need and deserve. Alexin and  Zoé’s vocals work so well together- both have this gentle tone that just makes you feel so calm- you cannot help but take it all in.

At the moment, I’m calling No Vacation as my favourite but I’ll change my mind many times as I listen to the record more and more. I love the simplicity of it, and I love the vulnerability in the lyrics. That’s another thing I adore about the band- the lyrics are so honest that you cannot help but feel and really connect with every word. This is also the kind of record you play as dusk starts kicking in, and you feel this wave of peace takeover- it is just a gorgeous record in every way.

This is Hoorsees at their finest, and I feel with every record they release they will just keep getting better and better. I really hope that this record gives them the opportunity to tour the UK because everyone needs to really experience how wonderfully talented the band are.