Miles Kane - Colour Of The Trap. Album Review

Who ever said Rock N' Roll was dead? Thank god for Miles Kane. The music industry has been screaming out for an artist like this. Someone who keeps it simple, plays top quality gigs, and records straight down the line rock n' roll records. Miles hasn't had the best luck in the world in a career that boasts three bands (The Little Flames, The Rascals, and The Last Shadow Puppets), all of which have ceased to exist for one reason or another. Although Kane has never ruled out a return for the Puppets, his attention has been firmly placed on his debut album.

On the brilliant opener 'Come Closer', you immediately understand what has been missing in the charts since the turn of the century. Filled with catchy riffs and a simple song structure, 'Come Closer' leaks filth and dry "wooooah"'s and "ahhhhh"'s. This is definitely rock n' roll in it's finest, purest form.



The theme runs continuously through the record which features many guests. We hear backing vocals from Fleur Delacour from Harry Potter in 'Happenstance' and some indulgent harmonies from Mr Noel Gallagher in 'My Fantasy'. Although Miles is now a solo act, he cannot claim he did it all by himself. He has support with backing vocals from Gruff Rhys all the way through the record, most notably on "Rearrange". This song again is a simple, heart-skip rock n' roll tune that just makes you want to dance.



Alex Turner is introduced on 'Telepathy', one of the best tracks on the record in my opinion. Only appearing in the liner notes as a co-writer, he doesn't actually feature in the song but his influence is truly heard. The song highlights, (if it needs to be) the '50's, '60's rock n' roll genre that has been missed like a baby misses their mum.



This is certainly one of the most exciting albums of the year. Being full of wit, charisma and charm, 'Colour Of The Trap' has delivered something spectacular. There was no hype surrounding the release of this album, and maybe that's why it has been so successful. With rid of any pressure, Kane has been able to express his musical genius in a way he hasn't been able to do in the past. The record has revived Rock N' Roll and Miles has emerged from the shadows. Finally, we can appreciate the man's talent and provide him with the recognition he deserves.

9/10