THE MOONDOGGIES

Tidelands

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The sophomore effort by Seattle’s Moondoggies marks a noticeable shift from their debut, 2008’s Don’t Be a Stranger, taking their freewheeling delivery into more atmospheric realms. Nevertheless, the group maintains their breezy, accessible sound on songs like “What Took So Long” and “Uncertain” by balancing eerier moments with a strong, solid undertow. They frequently drift to opposing extremes, with the trudging “Tidelands” and “Down the Well” encompassing darker designs, while “Empress of the North” and “A Lot of People on My Mind” get acoustic accompaniment. But the 10 tunes hold together well, making Tidelands a dramatic step forward.

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