Guitar pop just the way we like it -- loose, warm, well tailored but with some loose threads, and with enough off-kilter themes to be thoroughly engaging. That is Tulpa in a nutshell for us. The term "tulpa" generally refers to an imaginary being. However, with a two guitars and a steady rhythm section, this band is as real as can be, and the evidence is clear on their debut album Monster of the Week. The songs are energetic, varied, and clever without being precious. It is the sort of music that you hope that your favorite house band in your favorite watering hole would play. Unless you are in Leeds, UK, that won't happen for you. But wouldn't the album be the next best thing?
Monster of the Week is out now view Skepwax Records. Tulpa are Josie Kirk (vocals/bass), Daniel Hyndman (guitar), Myles Kirk (guitar) and Mike Ainsley (drums).
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A tulpa is such a fascinating concept in folklore and pop culture — a thought-form or imagined entity that takes on a life of its own. "Monster of the Week" suggests this might be a series exploring different creatures. For more mythology and storytelling discussions, I've seen similar threads on https://plinko.in/ occasionally. What other monsters are featured in this series?
I really like the sound of this kind of guitar pop—warm and catchy but still a little rough around the edges. Monster of the Week sounds like the sort of album that gets better with each listen, especially with two guitars giving the songs some extra character. The Leeds connection makes it even more appealing; I can easily imagine these tracks working brilliantly in a small live venue. Definitely an album worth checking out. letsjackpot
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