Lowgold
Just Backward of Square (Nude)
*****
Boys + Guitars. It's a simple formula, and one that's been repeated over and over since the dawn of pop. Most of the time the results are about as exciting as algebra, but every now and again, the stars align, chemicals ignite, molecules explode and what you've got is pure alchemy. What you've got is Lowgold. This glittering debut has all the elements nicely in place: dreamy guitars, bittersweet melodies and a healthy dose of melancholy.
In other words: it's lovely.