229. FROM NOTHING TO A LITTLE BIT MORE by The Lathums

This 2023 sophomore release from Manchester, UK band The Lathums epitomizes what one would consider indie rock with some jingle jangle guitars thrown in for good measure. I haven't yet had a chance to listen to their debut record, though after listening to this one on and off over the past couple of weeks, I definitely have that one queued up on my virtual turntable.

Start out with the upbeat vibe on 'Sad Face Baby' - it has an infectious bass line that will get you humming along in no time. Follow that with the Peter Buck-esque guitars of 'Rise and Fall.' 'I Know Pt 1' will bring you back to 1950's doo-wop and high school proms. Finally end with 'Lucky Bean' which will probably remind you of famed 1980's Hull, UK band The Housemartins.