Sister Savior, by The Raptures, on Echoes (2003)
Acid guitar riffs scratching over an old-school synth rythm, then joined by the singer's plaintive voice. Sister Savior tastes like contemporary eighties rock, played by young die-hard fans of that era, embracing its mood while providing their own talent in the mix. The dance between the voice and the guitar is simply exquisite, both entwining and playing together, with all the strength still residing in the simplicity of the song.
The rest of the album, Echoes, is just as delicious. Oscillating between electro pop-rock (Olio, I Need Your Love) and more aggressive electric pieces (Heaven, Echoes), swinging between up-beat experiments (House of Jealous Lovers, Killing) and quieter tracks (Open Up Your Heart). Infatuation, a slow love lament closing the album, is another highlight.
By combining the best of the post-punk mood with their original ideas, The Rapture has offered us a gorgeous song, as well as a remarkable indie album.
