Album Review: There For Tomorrow – A Little Faster

Orlando’s There For Tomorrow have had a fair bit of hype in the run up to the release of their debut ‘A Little Faster’; managed by Less Than Jake’s Peter "JR" Wasilewski, numerous tours with bands such as We The Kings and VersaEmerge, as well as a spot on this summer’s Warped Tour and being signed to Hopeless Records.

‘A Little Faster’ is the record that is meant to take There For Tomorrow to the next level and there is no reason why it should not. With its clean production from James Paul Wisner mixed with catchy radio-friendly songs throughout with ‘The Remedy’ and ‘A Little Faster’ setting the standard; songs that are filled with adrenaline and a hint of angst.

Whilst ‘Wish You Away’ has soaring vocals from Maika Maile and strong beat proves to be an impressive combination. As the album continues, you soon realise this band are made for radio, with an extraordinary ability to write tight and catchy songs. ‘Stories’ and ‘Deathbed’ are good examples of this.

Nevertheless the tempo is slowed down with ‘Just In Time’ with its soft guitar and vocal melody. Whereas ‘I Can’t Decide’ is acoustic ballad that builds to a passionate full band conclusion.

Overall ‘A Little Faster’ is an impressive effort from the Orlando four-piece and it serves its purpose and achieves its aim of being a efficient, clean record with songs that will be played on repeat throughout the summer months. Whilst at the same time there are glimpses of an angry, young band that put all their effort into writing the best songs possible, simply because they are passionate and care about the music they are making.

There For Tomorrow have a great formula for success; catchy, radio-friendly hooks, a smooth, clean image and a passion for writing great songs.

3/5

'A Little Faster' by There For Tomorrow is released through Hopeless Records on June 9th.
More information can be found on the band's MySpace.