“Why shouldn’t everything sparkle?”
Chime School’s The Boy Who Ran The Paisley Hotel begs this question. The sophomore full-length from the Slumberland jangle pop masters glitters in every way, from the brightly layered guitars to the infectious melodies to the nostalgic imagery. It feels like a sunny day.
Andy Pastalaniec, the creative driver of SF-based Chime School, is an inspirational force in the rich DIY landscape of Bay Area bands. Written, recorded, and produced by Pastalaniec in his home studio, The Boy Who Ran The Paisley Hotel attains an impressive level of production. Every sonic element (blistering drums, sparkling guitars, attractive harmonies, melodic bass) supports the expertly crafted songs, and the polish only helps the details stand out more. Bass doubling the vocal line, tambourine hits, organ! Chime School serves up craftsmanship and care—and leaves you wanting more.
Chime School just wrapped a West Coast tour and is headed to Europe, so mark your calendars for October 18th when they play with White Fence and NOW at The Chapel.
