Little Claw – “Human Taste” – [Not not Fun Records]

lombard   4/13/2010   12-inch, A Library

On Little Claw’s 2009 LP, Little Taste, they romp through some enjoyably fuzzy retro rock. Now based in Portland, Oregon, Little Claw got their start in Michigan. This LP begins with warbling female vocals accented by a heavy shaker sound. Other tracks are more hectic and insistent, with male vocals on the second track along with a high-pitched, police siren-esque wail that gradually slows to a halt. The beautiful piece, “Frozen in the Future” is more melodic and charming and saxophone makes an appearance on the jaunty song “Lay to Waste.” With vocals often buried, yet at times whispered and enchanting, Little Claw will demand your attention.