Record Review: The Weepies

The Weepies - Be My Thrill   4/5

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Nine years ago, Deb Talan and Steve Tannen began work on their first record, what they thought would merely be a side project to their respective solo careers is now four albums deep. A Cinderella story of sorts as, in 2005 Talan and Tannen became more than just a musical partnership, they married, and shortly after the release of their third album, Hideaway, they became parents.

Unlike their previous efforts, a mix of upbeat sugary pop and more mellow ballads, Be My Thrill finds The Weepies in an almost entirely cheery disposition. The record speaks of the duo's love affair, like the first single 'I Was Made For Sunny Days' a bright, cheerful single made more sweet by the gorgeous harmonies of Colbie Caillat. 'Be My Honeypie' is a love letter from Tannen to Talan, one of the album's many highlights also showcases Tannen, whom usually plays supporting role to Talan on lead vocals. Even in the more somber moments like 'Add My Effort' there is an effortless beauty in their melodies, it's hard not to fall in love with The Weepies like so many of their Celebrity admirers including Mark Hoppus of Blink-182 and Mandy Moore, the latter with whom, the band collaborated on her 2007 effort, Wild Hope. Not to mention the wide array of TV shows, and films that have featured the bands compositions, including Sex & The City: The Movie and TV alum Everwood.

Be My Thrill from start to finish is a charming slice of indie-pop that never misses a step, 'Not A Lullaby' the album's most subdued song, a simple, elegant track is followed by arguably the band's most experimental song the loose, and rebellious 'How Do You Get High' without a hitch, just going to show this is one musical marriage that continues to deliver solid, enjoyable pop.