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Hoick
(Fika Recording)
★★★★
WHEN Anglo-Australian four-piece Allo Darlin’ called it quits in 2016, it was a sad day for twee indie-pop scenesters.
However, it turns out all was not lost because Hoick, the first solo album from Allo Darlin’ drummer Mikey Collins, is a real pleasure. Informed by getting married, having a child and moving from London to Ramsgate, it’s a bright and warm set that brings to mind the summary vibes of mid-90s Dodgy.
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