Lavodrama - Zurich

I foolishly overlooked the debut from the Zaragoza (Spain) based trio of Lavodrama last year titled It’s Close, That’s What Matters that was released on Bcore Records. I didn’t really hear or check into what the band was all about until sometime earlier this year, which was a huge mistake on my part because their sound is right along with some of favorite tastes as far as music goes. Thankfully I don’t have to feel too late to the game as the band has recently released an EP titled Zurich, once again through Bcore.

The fact that Lavodrama finds its home on Bcore ought to give those out there a pretty good idea as to just what the band sounds like. Although, one should dive back into the labels catalog a bit to get a true idea of where the band draws most of its inspiration for Zurich and any of their previous releases. The days of Aina and Shanty Rd. ring loudly throughout the bands sound along with other mid-nineties post-hardcore acts like Jawbox, Bluetip, Seven Storey Mountain, and Kerosene 454. While many bands miss the mark on trying to recapture the days of when music like this ran rampant, Lavodrama are easily one of the best bands I’ve heard in the past year that truly capture the essence and spirit of that era. For those looking for a taste of Lavodrama, the Zurich EP is definitely worth checking out.

Zurich:
Lavodrama – Dear Friend [MP3]

It’s Close, That’s What Matters:
Lavodrama – The Process of Maturity [MP3]

For those looking to pick up Zurich or any of the bands other releases just head on over to Bcore Records. Definitely recommended.