Juno! is an amazing band that landed on my radar recently with their new release “Harder Than It Should Be”, an album that has finally reached listeners after years out of sight. I went into it without knowing much about the group, but came away happy I gave all 13 tracks my time. It was a great listen from start to end.
“Battle Royale” and “Mirrors & Smoke” are my two favourites. Both have lively energy and I enjoyed the creative sound design and electronic touches running through them. There is so much happening in each track, but the sounds work well together. I really, really liked the vocals and instruments on both songs. The performances kept me interested each time I listened.
That variety carries across the album. The album has a playful sound that suits its dance ready side. The production has so many ideas and I liked hearing the band move between different sounds without losing the energy that ties the record together. There is care behind the arrangements and their playing gives the songs a lively edge. You can hear the passion they put into their music.
With 13 tracks to explore, this album is full of good moments and it’s a perfect choice for a boring afternoon when you need a lift. I can imagine putting it on, turning it up and letting the music get me moving. I enjoyed the whole experience and Juno! has given me a good reason to keep an eye on what they do next.
