This new EP from Latino easy listening combo Nerv sees a collection of atmospheric and space filled ramblings heading in the direction of a stripped down Interpol. Beautifully arranged and recorded, this demo oozes ambience through the spacious great hall reverb effect applied to guitars and drums. ‘Together’ begins proceedings with an array of digital effects before a Chris Martin-esc piano moves this slow number on; a lengthy opener but mellow and crisp in effect. ‘Part Two’ is an entirely instrumental affair and ambles along with subtle builds of sounds and Latino influenced spaghetti western guitar segments. ‘Eulogy’ on the other hand would sound right at home in a modern Blur set, more conceptual but still fitting in with the general sound of the EP. Best song off the CD has to be the faster and harder ‘Get Used+’ with a dirty fuzz guitar lick combined with Spanish picking.
Three stars.