We recently had the most excellent opportunity, to check the amazing new EP “Pastel Southwestern “ from Desert Mambas, and… if we are being honest.. we were smitten with this incredible work of great music immediately.
You can listen to “Pastel Southwestern “ Here
You can also check out the video for the new single “Hot George Castanza” below
Desert Mambas, the bluesy, moody alt-country project of singer-songwriter and guitarist Bailey Moses, delivers the perfect new EP “Pastel Southwestern “ We also get the music video for “Hot George Costanza,“which is , the lead single off their second EP, Pastel Southwestern, both out now via Kill Rock Stars.
There is this real authentic energy around “Pastel Southwestern “ from Desert Mambas . The incredibly talented Bailey Moses has created an absolute indie masterpiece and we can’t get enough of it.
The dusty old time country/Americana vibe on “Pastel Southwestern “ is one of the most refreshing EP’s we have heard in quite some time. Every song is perfectly crafted and executed. From note one on the intro, all the way through to “the Average” we laughed, sang our hearts out and appreciated the overall greatness of “Pastel Southwestern “ from Desert Mambas .
The latest effort demonstrates just how comfortable Moses has gotten in their own shoes, gracefully holding a delicate balance between the intensity of being alive and the George Costanza of it all. “I’m not much of a ladies man / though I try, and I try, and I try / I’m much more a mustard stain on your shirt ‘Hey man your zipper’s down’ / ‘You should really check your fly,’” Moses croons before launching into the song’s soon-to-be-iconic chorus: “I’m like a hot George Costanza / I’m like, so hot you can’t stand it.”
In Pastel Southwestern, Desert Mambas brings brutal honesty to the forefront, poetically describing everything from the trials and tribulations of the trans experience to the alluring grip of trash TV. Set to the melodic and meditative cadence that Moses is becoming known for, this release showcases their range beautifully, from the soft, spacey twang of their guitar to the intricately woven pedal steel. And… we love every minute of it .
“I’m so proud of this EP,” said Moses. “I’m not a person who likes to take myself too seriously… but I also absolutely take myself very seriously. These songs capture so much of the seriousness and silliness I love about music simultaneously.”
Do yourself a favor and check out “Pastel Southwestern “ from Desert Mambas . You won’t regret it.
Tracklist:
- Intro
- So Blue
- Alopecia Plant Killer
- Hot George Costanza
- Ladies Shoes
- Average
The Whole Kameese 