English chamber pop quintet Blue Bayou's new single Carousel Song is an introverted invitation to dance the night away, nudging the other party with muffled percussion, a softly tinkling vibraphone and a melancholic violin. It is not a problem if the actual dancing never happens. Singing along quietly will do nicely as well.
English chamber pop quintet Blue Bayou get funky on their new single Hide & Seek, with bouncing keyboards and guitar setting up a conversation that is uncannily catchy. There is a bit of vintage Pulp in there, sans the sardonic wit of Jarvis Cocker, but endearing innocence is the way to go for this cheerful tune about the push and pull of two people trying to find out if the other party is interested.
English chamber pop quintet Blue Bayou may not realise it themselves, but the instrumental break in their debut single December Flowers is a serious contender for this year's best example of tasteful musical prowess, wherein indie leanings team up with trumpet and violin. The song deals with the hassle and sense of loss when moving to another abode, always a moment for reminiscing and having doubts that it is wise to do so.
