More than a decade has passed since Pennsylvania indie-pop band The Ocean Blue released its last studio album.
But “Ultramarine” is far too relevant to be called a comeback album.
It seems as though The Ocean Blue never missed a beat. The album’s first single, “Sad Night, Where is Morning?” is sure to delight diehard fans and new listeners alike.
Fans of The Smiths and Band of Horses will love the forlorn lyrics and dreamy melodies.
Many songs in “Ultramarine” are about love, but they manage to evoke longing and heartbreak without feeling cliché or cloying, especially “Touch Down on Earth.”
At only $9.99 on iTunes for 12 gorgeous songs, “Ultramarine” is an absolute bargain.
If you’re a fan of indie music, go ahead and buy the full album, it will be the best ten bucks you spend this week.