A few weeks ago, I went to our bros Sex Is Disgusting show with the fantastic Grass Widow headlining and these formerly-unknown-to-me dudes, Omi Palome. Although all three bands on the bill were awesome, I was particularly charmed by this new London four piece. There’s something deeply and inherently gloomy about the vocals, but it contrasts spectacularly with their special little brand of light garage pop. It was recommended as something that fans of the Babies might enjoy and I think, not only is that an apt comparison, they’re very similar bands. There’s quite a rustic charm to both bands, although Omi Palome lacks the deep rooted sort of Americana of the Babies, their own Big Book of British (wry) Smiles magnetism works really well too.
If you’re in London, they’re playing with Let’s Wrestle at the Shacklewell Arms on July 20th.
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