New York duo Josh Carter and Sarah Barthel showed their stuff with Eyelid Movies in 2009 by creating an electro-pop sound, without the pop. Their trippy beats and electro stylings mixed with haunting vocal harmonies and drifting synths was a breath of fresh air, and their new EP Nightlife simply builds on their already innovative sound. Carter’s floating guitars return to dance around Barthel’s smooth and sensual vocals, both of which backed with enough drum and bass to put any trip hop band to shame. The album opens with a barrage of sound in 16 Years; harmonized distance vocals, full low ends, and the driving drum machine beats the group is known for. The true gem of the EP, however, is Don’t Move, the second track. The heavily layered beat, along with brass counterpoint and dancing synths makes it impossible not to move, whether it be bobbing your head or interpretive dance going to embarrassing extents. Better yet, the multiple voice tracks don’t distract from the floating lull of Barthel’s croon; they add a whole other piece to an entertaining puzzle of a song. This EP is truly a treasure, and gives a taste of what will hopefully be another full length album from this unique act.
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