If indie rock is your thing and you dig a band with a strong female lead, look no further than Delaware’s Surreal Nation. This band is a powerhouse, and their upcoming EP, I Know Better, is a force to be reckoned with.
Surreal Nation is Nikki Nation on vocals, Paul Joseph on guitar, Jackson Vari on lead guitar, Kevin Curry on bass, and Gene Nelson on drums. The band started as an acoustic folk duo, with Nation and Joseph, but they filled out the band over the years to create something amazing.
The EP starts off with a song that has way too long of a title, “Would You Do Me The Honor Of Becoming My Mexican Divorce.” It’s a strong song to start with though. It gives you a true taste of Nation’s vocals, which sound great. The band is amazingly talented and give this song such a full and rich sound.
The title track, “I Know Better”, is a slow song with an amazing beat. “I know better than to open the door and let you walk back in.” Best lyrics ever. This song shows the songwriting talent within this group. Both of these songs really have a “south of the border” feel to them that truly adds to their appeal, giving them a really creative and interesting sound.
There are more songs on this album, which you can preorder through their website. It’s worth any price they put on it.
