I’m so glad to see this full length! The Proper Channels are a newer band from Portland, Ore. and this is their first LP. Whether they intended to or not, they’re nailing The Lillingtons blend of power pop. Their guitar tone is perfect for these songs that mostly focus on horror and sci-fi movies, such as They Live, The Thing, and Escape from New York. Not quite a John Carpenter tribute band, but close! All the songs are catchy as hell, have a solid structure, and are mixed really well. Each instrument has a strong presence and nothing is overshadowed. I just love the entire record and can’t wait to play it in the fall for spooky season. –Kayla Greet (Self-released)