This edition of Crowded House is a bit of a family affair. Neil Finn’s sons Liam and Elroy make a significant contribution both vocally and with drums and guitars, alongside long-term Finn collaborators keyboardist Mitchell Froom and bassist Nick Seymour. Gravity Stairs is awash with wonderful harmonies and melodies, which often come together chorus-like — let’s be upfront and call them inspired and top-shelf.
This Crowded House lineup has been working in the studio and on the road for three years, and it’s obvious they’ve unearthed the magic that’s raised their sound to another level. As well as a 10 out of 10 for the melodies, they also spring surprising quirky sounds that leap out of the speakers to ensure you’re listening.
By Tony Nielson
