Noah and the Whale- 'Tonight's the Kind of Night'

Far too long since I wrote on here... now back at University after Easter break, and straight back into writing for Spark*. I've written three reviews so far, starting with Noah and the Whale.
Perhaps most well-known for hit track ‘5 Years’ Time,’ back in 2007, Noah and the Whale have fast become a well-loved ‘folk’ band, appearing at festivals such as Glastonbury and SXSW. Their third album, released in March of this year, has already spawned the magnificent track ‘L.I.F.E.G.O.E.S.O.N,’ setting-up the band up for huge success in 2011. Next single ‘Tonight’s the Kind of Night,’ isn’t likely to change things.

With a happy, upbeat melody and a hook of ‘tonight’s the kind of night, where everything could change,’ there’s nothing not to like about this latest offering. Their ability to mix ‘folky’ instruments, such as the fiddle, together with more modern ones, such as keys, and still present a track that is universally enjoyable is a real talent, one which could easily be overlooked. Add some choral vocals, and the track is a winner. Destined to be another sing-along hit for the band, there’s no questioning their ability to churn out crowd favourites.

Not a track to be missed.

4/5