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Dum Dum Girls’ second full length ‘Only In Dreams’ is a great leap forward for a gifted songwriter and an equally gifted band.

‘Only In Dreams’ more than fulfils the promise of 2011’s acclaimed and fast-selling ‘He Gets Me High’ EP. It retains Dum Dum Girls' signature blend of the girl-gang eyeliner punk of The Shangri-Las, the trashy propulsion of The Cramps, and the moody atmospherics of Mazzy Star.

For the first time, all four Dum Dum Girls play and sing on the album.

‘Only In Dreams’ was recorded at Josh Homme's Pink Duck Studios, and Richard Gottehrer again produced, this time with Sune Rose Wagner from The Raveonettes.

STAFF COMMENTS

Andy says: With elements of trash, garage/psych, girl-group pure pop and generally all things classic, it's fitting that this is produced by the guy from the Ravonettes. If you dug the Mary Chain and all their cool references then here's another band to fall in love with all over again!

David says: The album Best Coast should have made!

Ryan says: Garage tinged, 60s-style girl group pop, with suggestions of the Pretenders and a strong hint of classic influences throughout. The Girls have moved away from the home recorded ethos of their debut album “I Will Be” and introduced a carefully crafted and polished sound for “Only In Dreams”. Kristen’s songs like “Coming Down” and “Bedroom Eyes” touch on the issues of break ups and time away from partners whilst on tour, but stay true to the Dum Dum Girls’ tried and tested melodic style. The album offers catchy pop gems from start to finish. With walls of reverb-drenched distortion, ear-burrowing melodies and Penny's distinctive vocals it's easy to see why this record has received so much attention so far. A must have for any fans of Best Coast, Vivian Girls or La Sera, this masterpiece is another album you will easily find yourself falling in love with this year.