Seconds into Sirens, one can tell that Radiohead and Muse register high on the bands radar, yet more bound by convention than either.
If that reads as a dig, its not necessarily meant to be; as much as Admirals obviously lust after that huge, space-rock sound, it also strives to be catchy and accessible. Its simply more Chris Martin than Thom Yorke.
Lesser groups would fall flat on their faces aspiring to such heights, but Admirals more-than-capable core highlighted by singer/guitarist Colton Tuckers exceptional alt-rock pipes easily cruises to lofty altitudes. Heartstrings will inspire air drumming and passionate sing-alongs in three listens or less and wouldnt sound out of place on modern-rock radio.
The other songs touch bases across a wide spectrum, with moments akin to fellow Stillwater act Deerpeople, right at home on Interpols Antics, or straying into The Fray territory.
Admirals dont necessarily find themselves over the course of the six-song affair, which mostly reads as a patchwork of influences, for better or worse. As impressive as this debut is, the polish might have erased some of the groups character in the process. Some quirks, cracks and imperfections might actually work in its favor.
Still, Admirals proper introduction to the world is hugely promising, and they seem more than apt to find themselves in the company of those bands they so openly adore. Joshua Boydston