The shambolic comet journey of Polka Dot Girl keeps rolling on. On This and That, their jangle shows up in all sorts of colours, pairing triumphant, love-sick earworms with self-referential lyricism that never loses its charm.
There is a rich lineage running through these songs, steeped in Texas tradition by way of Dunedin, Glasgow, and Olympia. You can hear it in the chiming chord changes, the girl group flourishes, and those perfectly placed shakers and cymbal dings.
It all lands with a loose, bright energy that feels instantly inviting, somewhere between indie pop sparkle and children’s show theme song vibes. A wonderfully wonky record with a real sense of heart.
