VPN
For Nearby Stars (Evil Teen)
by Jamie Kiffel
Lie back on the warm upcurrents, arch your back and float up into the harmonic, musical stratosphere. VPN‘s catchy, upbeat pop moves like a headful of helium sprinkled with lyrics that could either be mixed-up clippings of great literature or merely smile-worthy, glue-huffed inspirations. No wonder the band is called Very Pleasant Neighbor: Singer Austin Hughes, friendly boy tenor is absolutely pleasing, light, and pure. It’s also no wonder National Public Radio has featured their special sibling harmony (Austin, Pat and Jean are related).
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