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EP REVIEW- THE YALLA YALLAS- WHAT IT MEANS TO BE HUMAN

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British Alt Rock/Punks The Yalla Yallas have recently released their fifth album What It means To be Human. The album was written and recorded between June 2020 and April 2021 at Loom Studios in Yorkshire. It sees the band move away from their political punk style to a more reflective tone with international influences.

Lead Singer Rob Galloway wrote all the tracks with the aid of Brian Eno's Oblique Strategy Cards as he gained inspiration from iconic albums by him and Bob Dylan.

The eight-track EP begins with the empowering melodies of "I'm Alive" with its psychedelic guitar sounds, mesmerising synths and philosophical lyrics. The uplifting charms of "Morning Sun" see Galloway deliver a spoken word performance over thick basslines and guitar grooves that give this track a New Age vibe. The Indian- influenced "Brimham Rocks" sees traditional instruments from the Asian country used such as Tabla and Sitar. "Sonic Carwash" seems like the odd track out on this album, as it takes it in an unexpected turn with an eight-minute jam steeped in heavy guitars trading off one another. 
The album takes a more laid back approach with carefully crafted songs designed for the listener to sit back, relax and think about the world they inhabit.  This comfortable listen wraps up with the upbeat "Robin Hood's Bay", an introspective tale with acoustic guitars and howling synths.

Words by Anselm Anderson

What It Means To Be Human is available via Spotify and Apple Music or to purchase as a limited Vinyl via Store (theyallayallas.com)

The Yalla Yallas are;

Rob Galloway - Vocals, Guitars, Bass, Synth
Will Grinder - Guitars
Grant Henderson - Drums, Synth,
Vince Cayo - Bass
Lisse Coenen - Backing Vocals

Visual Artwork by Rob Galloway

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