Dead Leaf Echo - Pale Fire

Kicking off this week is the new EP, titled Pale Fire, from the NYC trio Dead Leaf Echo. The disc, which was released on March 24th through Year of the Gallon, is a set of six vibrant but yet moody songs that should easily spark the attention of fans of dream-pop/shoegaze. Diving back into the genres earlier days, Pale Fire shares the same sort of glimmering sound that bands like Slowdive and/or Lush (sans Guthrie production) managed to excel in creating during their successful runs through the early 90’s. Adding in a strong influence from 80’s new wave/post-punk bands like Psychedelic Furs and The Cure (the singer at times seems to be channeling Robert Smith), the band has developed what proves to be an exceptional and ultimately fresh sound.

Dead Leaf Echo - Thought Talk [MP3]

Be sure to pick up Pale Fire while you can if you dig the tune posted above. The first pressing of the disc is limited to 200 hand numbered copies that come in two different available versions of artwork. While you’re at it, also be sure to check out the bands previous EP Faint Violet Whiff, which was also released on Year of the Gallon. To purchase either, head on over to their MySpace.