EP Review: Magic of the Marketplace – Jealous Moon (JSNTGM / Engineer Records)

Featuring current and ex-members of Erase Today, Sonic Boom Six, Litterbug and Sick56, Magic of the Marketplace is a powerful collaboration due to release their new four-track EP, ‘Jealous Moon’, on January 24th, 2025, via JSNTGM and Engineer Records.

Do you fancy a bit of ‘in your face’ punk? Albeit one with a bit more pop-rock melody and anthemic value? Sure, you do, because like me, you want to bounce and this EP guarantees that, and more.

God damn, the opening title track is so catchy. Don’t be surprised if this one gets multiple plays before you’ve even considered hearing what comes next. A hot tempo, groovy riffing, punky vocals that are stated, rather than sung, and a chorus that you’ll be singing for days afterwards.

Smile and Wave comes next, and their characteristic catchiness is ever present, especially as this one has an old-school punk rock feel. Then there’s a bit more of a brazen focus on melody with the lovable Walls. A ‘chilled’ approach doesn’t mean the track lacks bite, the punk infusion is still there after all, it’s just not a hurried listen.

Finally, and to cap of a very enjoyable listen (albeit short), it’s False Relationships and, arguably, the most fired up track of all. It’s a proper ‘body shaker’ and one that feels more authentically punk, thanks to this, than any other. It’s a great track, featuring fab vocals and infectious riffs.

I want more, and so will you.

Magic of the Marketplace – Jealous Moon Track Listing:

1. Jealous Moon
2. Smile and Wave
3. Walls
4. False Relationships

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