What kind ofgenre are Alvvays? alternative punk rock? well that shit is dead now people are brainwashed by pop music and they all sound the fucking same, and youtube only promotes these talentless baboons & bimbos
Every song I hear from this band is good!!!! I clicked on “Archie Marry me” and my recommendation’s led me down an Alvvays wormhole! One of my favorite bands now.
I just discovered them, they are so good, I love them. They should have made more videos tho. My favorite in the genre are Forth Wanderers, although they are different, these are my two favorite bands nowadays
My kid asked me yesterday "What's your favorite song?" I'm like... uh... all-time favorite? I have no idea. Right now my current favorite is Plimsoll Punks! This song gives me goosebumps every time.
Fizz I like supporting local bands by going to shows and buying their merchandise. I'm always traveling, living from one place to another so I try to keep with me as little as possible. I keep all my music in my phone because I cant carry every CD of all the bands I like ha.
[Verse 1] When I chip through your candy coating You're stuffed with insulation Just strawberry ice cream floating With a sprinkle of indignation Cherry under knot of shoestring Conflate and agitate [Pre-Chorus] You're a plimsoll punk You're a plimsoll punk [Chorus] And you're gettin' me down, gettin' me down, gettin' me down Gettin' me down down down, you're gettin' me down Gettin' me down, gettin' me down, gettin' me down Plimsoll punk [Bridge] Your posture's blocking out any possible light I can hardly see This conversation spirals into a fight I can barely breathe [Verse 2] Who ran from Roman candles Underneath a willow weeping? Do the tealights on your mantel Illuminate that summer feeling? You're the seashell in my sandal That's slicing up my heel [Pre-Chorus] You're a plimsoll punk You're a plimsoll punk [Chorus] And you're getting me down, gettin' me down, gettin' me down Gettin' me down down, down you're gettin' me down R-r-r-racking my brain, trying to escape, getting me down Plimsoll punk Plimsoll punk [Bridge] Your posture's blocking out any possible light I can no longer see This conversation spirals into a fight I can barely breathe [Chorus] Gettin' me down, gettin' me down, you're gettin' me down Gettin' me down down down, you're gettin' me down Gettin' me down, gettin' me down, you're gettin' me down Plimsoll punk Plimsoll punk [Outro] Plimsoll punks
This track is now my most favourite Alvvays song. Really great for so many reasons. Love that the band has kept their sound but also evolved. Most bands fail at that. For me personally, I feel a little nostalgic as it has some Johnny Marr/Smiths type riffs/chord progressions but still uniquely Alvvays.
shaping up to be one of my top favorite releases of 2017 so many other bands have dropped multiple singles off their highly anticipated returns- tbh only alvvays exceeded all expectations, each single is a brilliant new addition to their catalog, be proud guys
I am always leery about a band's second outing when I have loved their first album. All I can say is thank god for Alvvays. This track is absolutely brilliant on every level and has made me SO happy, especially in light of the lackluster tracks being released from Wolf Alice's upcoming sophomore album. Every track released from Antisocialites has been nothing short of stellar. Can't wait to see them in NY in October!
Already loved the first two songs of the new album. There is the third and yeah, Alvvays made a real feelgood summer song! So this makes me feel the new record could easily become one of my favorite records in 2017. Thanks so much beautiful Alvvays! 😍
I totally love this song!!! Heard it here in Berkeley California on KALX and am sharing around the globe via facebook. THIS IS THE GREATEST SONG I'VE HEARD THIS YEAR!!! Vocals, hell yes, melody yes, shifts yes, GREATNESS HELL YES!!!!!! Thanks you!!! smithoman 2017
SONG IS AVVSOME!!! (Yeah, I know the double vv is cheesy - oh well.) What a way to be introduced to a band! I heard this track while in San Francisco to see Japanese Breakfast and Jay Som concert at the Pop Noise Festival this week... We played Plimsoull Punks while driving to the Golden Gate bridge day after the show. EVERYONE IN THE CAR ASKED, "who is this band?" I've since had it on replay for three days straight... To me it's that good. Reminiscent of Smiths/Modern English 80's and everything we love about the best bands from that era, infused with the right pop, rock and fuzz from the 90's Jesus and Mary Chain, Teenage Fanclub era. The guitars, beat and organ are just outstanding... and the vocals... The vocals are some of the best in any alt-rock pop tune in the last 30 years! Thank you Alvvays! We'll be seeing you live in San Diego in April - instant fans of all-things-alvvays!
Everything about this track is great, but one of the most notable elements is the post-chorus ("Your posture's blocking out any possible light"). In terms of song structure alone, it's uncommon to have this element; usually a song would jump back into the verse at this point. But more than this, the post-chorus adds essential perspective to the song, and in fact it's the most concrete explanation of the relationship between the singer and the addressee ("This conversation spirals into a fight"). All of this is to say the song is very well conceived and realized; there's a natural musical talent here with a lot of good things ahead.
i really like the vocals on this track. i want to say its pitch shifted, but it sounds too good to doubt that talent. i love hearing the improvement in the mastering on these tracks too, all round, looking like its going to be a banging album, see you guys in phoenix!
I love Plimsoll Pu nk!!! Sadly missed Alvvays here in Oakland, California. Hope the show was totally rewarding. Looks like a hard road schedule.... we love you Alvvays!! Scott Smith Nederland, Colorado
You're absolutely right closest in comparison is this other indie pop band "Cults" especially with thier lead singer having melodic vocals just like Molly
The sparkling guitars and cosmic effects in the verses (1:10; 2:24) are as stunning and legendary as anything out there--the word 'shimmering' in sound. The production effects and tonal fidelity rival Radiohead and old Verve. So much love for this.
If you squashed all the great indie guitar bands of the mid- to late-80s into one four-minute pop gem, you might get something like this. Great stuff. Intro sounds like Johnny Marr improvising over the first few bars of Dear Prudence.
All your stuff is good.I love a Lotta tracks.brings back good memories.your album is released on my b day. September 8.75.I'm a dad now,grew up to erics trip,Julie dorion,the cardigans new order and nofx and ben weasal and dinosaur jr,hayden,cit and col etc.most of them wicked awesome canadian musicians like u..wickedI'm from the toronto. Now in ottowa. Horrid music scene.I'm really into the old school transgressive style you have.alvva is way rad.and no vacation.I hope I can see u play someday.best in all your future endeavors. I'll b listening and supporting u (:
Same. I don’t know why but I suddenly needed to live inside this song over the weekend. I must’ve played it 150 times by now, early Monday morning. This is just perfect in every way. They’ve done their homework. This is what pop is in its purest form. It’s not about the dollar signs, it’s the inability to commit yourself to anything else while this incredible slice of 21st century pop makes us all swoon. How can you possibly dislike this band?
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I can't believe Alvvays aren't HUGE by now. This easily beats anything on the radio.
It's too meaningful for the masses, they just want lollipops.
This is one of the best songs of 2017
Probably because they might’ve been singed with indie record labels.
Lol there alot of bands that beat what plays on the Radio. Molly and her name are on a way different level.
What kind ofgenre are Alvvays? alternative punk rock? well that shit is dead now people are brainwashed by pop music and they all sound the fucking same, and youtube only promotes these talentless baboons & bimbos
The vocals have improved so much. They're so much more interesting and passionate than before. Excited for this album
they've really got a style of their own now
They're awesome! I can see the difference too.
Sonny Etchell La
Yes! New album in October 2022!
Every song I hear from this band is good!!!! I clicked on “Archie Marry me” and my recommendation’s led me down an Alvvays wormhole! One of my favorite bands now.
The same happened to me when I discovered them like 2 ys ago. They're kind of addicting.
I just discovered them, they are so good, I love them. They should have made more videos tho. My favorite in the genre are Forth Wanderers, although they are different, these are my two favorite bands nowadays
My kid asked me yesterday "What's your favorite song?" I'm like... uh... all-time favorite? I have no idea. Right now my current favorite is Plimsoll Punks! This song gives me goosebumps every time.
This band has such a strong vibe omg. Every song I listen to by them is something new yet makes me feel so nostalgic at the same time. So good
I have the same feelings as well!
This sounds like The Sundays. One of those early 90s songs that you liked to listen to in a rainy afternoon. Great tune 👍
good ear very similar to the sundays
just the intro
esp atop a cake
Love the sundays btw
Reminds me lots of The Primitives, too. They do a great cover of Crash. Really hoping we'll get some new music from these guys soon.
Love the hardness of the guitar in this one, and the echoes at around 2:30. Can't wait to buy the album to play in my car!
what Oh really? Haha that's interesting, thanks :)
Listen to MBV if you like the heavy guitar parts
Fizz Why not just download the songs? For free!
Paul Paul I'm aware. But I also like having an original copy on hand, and buying albums from certain artists who deserve support.
Fizz I like supporting local bands by going to shows and buying their merchandise. I'm always traveling, living from one place to another so I try to keep with me as little as possible. I keep all my music in my phone because I cant carry every CD of all the bands I like ha.
This is one of those ultra infectious pop songs that refuses to leave you alone. I love it. Alvvays a fan.
I like the Direction their sound is going, it's more aggressive at times but holds onto that shoelace/ vintage dreaming vibe.
I don’t think i’ve ever loved a sophomore album more than a debut but they’ve improved so much i love them!
the girl that i like recommended this band for me and I now a fan, big road trip vibes.
[Verse 1]
When I chip through your candy coating
You're stuffed with insulation
Just strawberry ice cream floating
With a sprinkle of indignation
Cherry under knot of shoestring
Conflate and agitate
[Pre-Chorus]
You're a plimsoll punk
You're a plimsoll punk
[Chorus]
And you're gettin' me down, gettin' me down, gettin' me down
Gettin' me down down down, you're gettin' me down
Gettin' me down, gettin' me down, gettin' me down
Plimsoll punk
[Bridge]
Your posture's blocking out any possible light
I can hardly see
This conversation spirals into a fight
I can barely breathe
[Verse 2]
Who ran from Roman candles
Underneath a willow weeping?
Do the tealights on your mantel
Illuminate that summer feeling?
You're the seashell in my sandal
That's slicing up my heel
[Pre-Chorus]
You're a plimsoll punk
You're a plimsoll punk
[Chorus]
And you're getting me down, gettin' me down, gettin' me down
Gettin' me down down, down you're gettin' me down
R-r-r-racking my brain, trying to escape, getting me down
Plimsoll punk
Plimsoll punk
[Bridge]
Your posture's blocking out any possible light
I can no longer see
This conversation spirals into a fight
I can barely breathe
[Chorus]
Gettin' me down, gettin' me down, you're gettin' me down
Gettin' me down down down, you're gettin' me down
Gettin' me down, gettin' me down, you're gettin' me down
Plimsoll punk
Plimsoll punk
[Outro]
Plimsoll punks
This track is now my most favourite Alvvays song. Really great for so many reasons. Love that the band has kept their sound but also evolved. Most bands fail at that. For me personally, I feel a little nostalgic as it has some Johnny Marr/Smiths type riffs/chord progressions but still uniquely Alvvays.
Their first album is so perfect, I just cant skip a single track
shaping up to be one of my top favorite releases of 2017
so many other bands have dropped multiple singles off their highly anticipated returns- tbh only alvvays exceeded all expectations, each single is a brilliant new addition to their catalog, be proud guys
Alvvays doesn't have a bad song. That's it.
Facts!💯
Truth
Intro is so beatlesly
oh yeah, the beginning reminds me The Beatles + Belle & Sebastian. like them, good band
Betle and Sebeatlesian
yes, I'd say a faster Dear Prudence + Wrapped up in books
dude i've been listening to this song for a couple weeks now and knew that i recognised it from another song!! thank you so much hahaha
Literally have had this on repeat for the last 90 minutes.
I am always leery about a band's second outing when I have loved their first album. All I can say is thank god for Alvvays. This track is absolutely brilliant on every level and has made me SO happy, especially in light of the lackluster tracks being released from Wolf Alice's upcoming sophomore album. Every track released from Antisocialites has been nothing short of stellar. Can't wait to see them in NY in October!
My sentiments exactly
Indie pop Perfection! This song is a work of art :)
I really can't believe this has only been out for only 3 years now, feel like I've been listening to it for ages
From watching their live recordings, I definitely did not expect this song's studio release to be this perfect!
Already loved the first two songs of the new album. There is the third and yeah, Alvvays made a real feelgood summer song! So this makes me feel the new record could easily become one of my favorite records in 2017. Thanks so much beautiful Alvvays! 😍
I totally love this song!!! Heard it here in Berkeley California on KALX and am sharing around the globe via facebook. THIS IS THE GREATEST SONG I'VE HEARD THIS YEAR!!! Vocals, hell yes, melody yes, shifts yes, GREATNESS HELL YES!!!!!! Thanks you!!! smithoman 2017
They just keep getting better , and better .
SONG IS AVVSOME!!! (Yeah, I know the double vv is cheesy - oh well.) What a way to be introduced to a band! I heard this track while in San Francisco to see Japanese Breakfast and Jay Som concert at the Pop Noise Festival this week... We played Plimsoull Punks while driving to the Golden Gate bridge day after the show. EVERYONE IN THE CAR ASKED, "who is this band?" I've since had it on replay for three days straight... To me it's that good. Reminiscent of Smiths/Modern English 80's and everything we love about the best bands from that era, infused with the right pop, rock and fuzz from the 90's Jesus and Mary Chain, Teenage Fanclub era. The guitars, beat and organ are just outstanding... and the vocals... The vocals are some of the best in any alt-rock pop tune in the last 30 years! Thank you Alvvays! We'll be seeing you live in San Diego in April - instant fans of all-things-alvvays!
Everything about this track is great, but one of the most notable elements is the post-chorus ("Your posture's blocking out any possible light"). In terms of song structure alone, it's uncommon to have this element; usually a song would jump back into the verse at this point. But more than this, the post-chorus adds essential perspective to the song, and in fact it's the most concrete explanation of the relationship between the singer and the addressee ("This conversation spirals into a fight"). All of this is to say the song is very well conceived and realized; there's a natural musical talent here with a lot of good things ahead.
Very well put
Smiths vibe in the first 25 or so seconds, especially when the bass joins that jangly guitar at 0:11, is realllll
Molly's voice is so sweet !!!
When this band hit it, they REALLY hit it.....great stuff. My favourite band today.
My favorite songs.
Please also live in Japan!
Makes me want to grab my guitar. I love these guys
Ohhh new music, feed me, you become now my blood!
♥★★★♥ the poetic sense the new song
This is one of the best songs of 2017
Amen Brother Charles
Great band, great songs, super singer. So glad to see a young band with such talent who write, arrange and play their own music.
Even though I don't wear plimsolls, I apologize for blocking any possible light. You lot will alvvays be one my beloved bands of time.
-red.
I love her voice
Got the album on pre-order
Sounding very excellent indeed, and the guitar is certainly nailed on this
Molly sounding as wonderful as ever
My antidepressants... i needed this. Everyone needs this.
i really like the vocals on this track. i want to say its pitch shifted, but it sounds too good to doubt that talent. i love hearing the improvement in the mastering on these tracks too, all round, looking like its going to be a banging album, see you guys in phoenix!
I was caught off guard by this release. I am so happy this came out.
found this the morning i move into college. pretty great morning so far.
These days when I trip I listen to alvvays first, it makes for a fun time 🍄🍄
I just drove back home and heard Katy Perry's new song on the radio.
Alvvays is my healing potion for all the popular modern pop music.
I get the same feeling!!!!
lol exactly.
The Sundays meet REM. Beautiful.
Popular modern popular music
Same
i cant wait to cry to this album
I'm all enough to remember Martha and the muffins.. yet young enough to find myself listening to this. Good luck and good stuff
Would imagine Molly's been to Echo Beach.
I love Plimsoll Pu nk!!! Sadly missed Alvvays here in Oakland, California. Hope the show was totally rewarding. Looks like a hard road schedule.... we love you Alvvays!! Scott Smith Nederland, Colorado
love that reverb in the voice!
Chord of Guitar:
tabs.ultimate-guitar.com/tab/alvvays/plimsoll-punks-tabs-2275415
J'ai entendue cette musique il y a maintenant 3 ans dans un live de Laink sur twitch, depuis elle n'a plus jamais quitté mon esprit
I’m so hooked on this song... Love Alvvays.
god i stopped mid sentence about something for this
i dont even remember what i was talking to my friend about
same
I think you were saying how you couldn't wait for payday? idk
Big deal, I stopped midway through a patients open heart surgery.
Same. I stopped midway through watching one of my favourite tv shows.
There used to be a Power Pop band called The Plimsouls back in the 80's. They were great. Alvvays is kind of in their vein.
I'VE BEEN WAITING FOR THIS SONG FOR SO LONG
Alvvays should have a real video for this excellent song....their management team must be inept
OMGAWWW I ALREADY LOOOVVEEE THE WHOLE ALBUM AND I HAVEN'T EVEN HEARD IT YET!!!!!!!!!!!
ALVVAYS HWAITING!!!!!
Today is my 19th birthday and I'm really happy you guys upload this today. I love you Alvvays!
Where has this been all my life? This is the most beautiful sound I've ever heard.
This band really makes all other similar bands basically useless. Molly is on another level completely.
She's more MDMA than usual, eh?
Just say yes to saying no to saying yes to drugs!
agreed...they are wonder less
Their melodies are so rich is crazy
You're absolutely right closest in comparison is this other indie pop band "Cults" especially with thier lead singer having melodic vocals just like Molly
The sparkling guitars and cosmic effects in the verses (1:10; 2:24) are as stunning and legendary as anything out there--the word 'shimmering' in sound. The production effects and tonal fidelity rival Radiohead and old Verve. So much love for this.
Seizing the opportunity that my house is empty rn and playing this on max. What a dream
Love love love...been waiting on this album and hearing those big -relatively speaking- vocals at the top put a surprised smile on my face.
my favorite of the new stuff so far. also, we need a video from this. starring missessess rankin and maclellan.
The finest pop music being made......Alvvays are just muuulah!
top 5 songs of all time tbh
You are so wonderful. This brings me the most joy.
Album of the year incoming!
Released on my birthday :')
Happy birthday
Cam and Will {ARCHIVE} YOU'RE VERY LUCKY. HAPPY BIRTHDAY
If you squashed all the great indie guitar bands of the mid- to late-80s into one four-minute pop gem, you might get something like this. Great stuff. Intro sounds like Johnny Marr improvising over the first few bars of Dear Prudence.
All your stuff is good.I love a Lotta tracks.brings back good memories.your album is released on my b day. September 8.75.I'm a dad now,grew up to erics trip,Julie dorion,the cardigans new order and nofx and ben weasal and dinosaur jr,hayden,cit and col etc.most of them wicked awesome canadian musicians like u..wickedI'm from the toronto. Now in ottowa. Horrid music scene.I'm really into the old school transgressive style you have.alvva is way rad.and no vacation.I hope I can see u play someday.best in all your future endeavors. I'll b listening and supporting u (:
can't wait to see them next Saturday in Leeds!!!!
One of the best and most important songs in my life, I swear!
Holy shit this is so good. Your finest work yet imo.
In an era where many pop songs no longer have a chorus, it’s so refreshing that this song basically has 2 choruses!
I was hoping they are working on a new album. I do really love their music.
Yes, I'm kind of intrigued to see what they will do after such a good album like Antisocialites. Hope they surprise me.
have you listened the new album yet?
Yaaayy new music! 😄
YAHOO! :D
This song is pure nostalgia: my dad would always play this while like making pizza when I was younger.
Lol this song came out not even 5 years ago…
Man you're fetus
heard this on Sirux XM channel 35, love the sound of it. reminds me a bit of "Lush"
I'm going to see them in 4 months. I really hope it doesn't cancel.
After a few listens to the entire album, this is definitely the best song and might possibly the the best song they're written to date.
Rachel Geraci the melody at 3:00 when the song stops is the best piece ever.
Antisocialites was prolly the best indie album of the last decade in my opinion
Wonderful song! Bravo Alvvays 👍 the new album must be just awesome!
Was on the freeway and got the notification. Jumped out the car to listen 🔥🔥🔥🔥
Hoped you stopped first
Good sound, LoVe the lyrics 💖 vocals are ace, LoVeLy & clear x
I met the Primitives back in the 80s. This sounds like a sophisticated version of that superb noise.
*Hype for the new album increased*
We want a new album please! :( All this band make my life batter
FINALLY! been waiting since forever
Favourite song from the album yet!
This is absolutely wonderful!
Molly Is simply awesome
MY WIG FLEW OFF.
Maaal
Una más de Doble Nueve.Y ya estamos acabando un año más.De éxitos y nuevas caras,proyectos también.Mil gracias.
Now you really got me in your music! Love it
good god this is much more intriguing than older alvvays imo
when i listen to this, i always feel like im in a 90s teen flick : (
The closing riff is killer
so good !
I like it .
This one grew on me.
sucks to be you because I instantly liked this song
Same. I don’t know why but I suddenly needed to live inside this song over the weekend. I must’ve played it 150 times by now, early Monday morning. This is just perfect in every way. They’ve done their homework. This is what pop is in its purest form. It’s not about the dollar signs, it’s the inability to commit yourself to anything else while this incredible slice of 21st century pop makes us all swoon. How can you possibly dislike this band?
Favorite song off this record!!
Alvvays is so good much love from Ontario
I took my phone out in the middle of the first day of class to look at this.