273. ILLUMINATOR by GIFT

Shoegazers of the world unite (H/T to The Smiths) as 2024 has brought us a great new record from Brooklyn-based band GIFT. It seems we just can't get enough of the synthy-reverby-fuzzy sound and I'm here for it all. With influences ranging from Madonna's Ray of Light album to Oasis (previously covered here), there's bound to be something satisfactory to your ears.

Kick things off with album opener 'Wish Me Away' followed by closer 'Milestones.' Then 'Going In Circles' (which has a chorus very reminiscent of the Smashing Pumpkins 'Muzzle') and end with 'It's All Too Fast.' This should give you a taste sufficient enough to make you want to come back for more.

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