The Slow Readers Club - Clear Vinyl - 91 Days in Isolation - Signed Art

What did a Manchester-based indie rock band get up to during quarantine? Find out in The Slow Readers Club’s latest release 91 Days in Isolation. Probably the most socially distanced album of the year – taking place entirely from whichever room in the house they had the energy to travel to – the tracks tackle themes of loneliness and isolation while helping their audience to overcome them. The band even used their own label, SRC Records, to produce the project. 

Reminiscent of 80s alternative music, Barricades is an energetic way to kick off the release. The catchy chorus is perfect for Aaron Starkie’s deep tone. In Everything I Own, the singer uses the opposite end of his vocal range by opening with a falsetto which shows the true versatility of his voice. This variety is reiterated by the song’s form, as the tempo drastically switches from an upbeat dance tune to a slow ballad. Its lyrics relate to the current situation of loneliness, yet the band seem to work together with their collaborative spirit