Surprising that Rusted Rail haven’t been on their case because this is the distillation of what that fine Irish label produces. As it is Carriages seem entirely happy with the way things are panning out, infiltrating the sounds of the great outdoors and incorporating it into what they produce indoors. Since Harry Bookless (curiously Carriages sound like the Books) and Aaron Page came together in 2012 they’ve only put out one release in the shape of last year’s self-titled EP. ‘Iron and Fire’ is the understated opening track that maintains a low-key swirl of electronic plinking and slightly detached vocals throughout. It more than makes its mark but it might take a couple of go’s at it. Carriages play Whelan’s tonight if you feel like rolling around. KD
More Info: Official
Buy Songs: Carriages
Year: 2013
