The Little Ones

Sun-Flecked loveliness from West Coast heroes

The record is a sun-soaked slice of West Coast Californian pop. With Beach Boys inspired vocal harmonies, and jingling percussion, opening track ‘Let Them Ring The Bells’ introduces us to the pastel-coloured world of The Little Ones, whereas ‘Lovers Who Uncover’ gives a decidedly Magic Numbers feel with rhythmic and punch beats which always give way to soft-edged melodies. Stand out track is ‘High On A Hill’ as catchy vocals and apt hand claps pepper the flora and fauna.
Much is owed here to the increase in appetite for gentle unobtrusive song-making: and The Little Ones share much in common with the increasing popularity of bands like Tiny Dancers and Liam Frost. When asked what sets five Americans aside from the rest, the response is simple. “We love each other,” Ed jokes.
Joking aside, the band’s love of what they do shines through on all levels, proving that the smallest steps made by The Little Ones in the UK may not make them quite so little anymore…