Harriet is one of those bands that cannot be categorized into one specific genre. The definition of their style is a heavy combination of glam rock, indie rock, electronic and jazz. The title and opening track, “American Appetite” begins with a jazzy feel and transitions into an upbeat disarray of indie rock. Harriet bears a similar nature to Dutch Uncles, another eccentric indie rock band, as well as a mash-up of The Shins and Elton John. Each track has subtle yet intricate stylistic differences but the album does not have any extraordinary tracks or singles that are stand-alone. Provocative lyrics, particularly in “Burbank” also make an appearance on American Appetite. Harriet incorporates excellent bass lines, finger picking and an uncanny falsetto from front man Alex Casnoff, who is also a member of Dawes and Papa. This project is easily distinguished in comparison to his other musical contributions.
Listeners who enjoy listening to a little bit of everything as well as unorthodox lyrical content will appreciate the merging of genres that Casnoff and his band mates have created in Harriet’s debut album.
Overall Rating: 3.5 out of 5 stars
Recommended Tracks: “American Appetite” and “This Time I Was Right”
