The time has come to wrap your ears around Some Kind Of Salvation, the brilliant new album by Tennessee brethren, The Features.  Having toured in support of Kings of Leon throughout both the UK and the USA, the band now has the honour of releasing their album on 'Serpents And Snakes'- KOL's very own label. Whilst comparisons to the Followill clan may not be complete unwarranted, what The Features more than prove with this record is that they are definitely capable of forging their own path through the modern musical jungle.

Quirky opener 'Whatever Get's You Are' boasts a whimsical, playful vibe with quickly melts into a drum-driven gang sing-a-long. Unusual and unexpected it may be, but this short burst of a track is the perfect introduction to 'The Drawing Board'. With shades of The Zutons shining through, this is a brilliant song with jaunty guitar riffs and cheeky vocals aplenty and allows the listener a sneaky peek of what's to come in the next 12 tracks.

An eccentric and fairytale-esque vocal runs through the album, binding each track beautifully. 'The Temporary Blues' offers an upbeat tempo, whilst 'The Gates of Hell' is a slower, more melodic ballad which sees echoes of Manchester Orchestra making a welcome appearance. 

Some Kind Of Salvation sees The Features concoct an intoxicating blend of all your favourite bands, with a dollop of fun-filled originality thrown in for good measure.  A must listen for anyone who considers themselves a fan of music, this album definitely marks out big things to come for The Features. It's time to get involved!

-- Lucy