There is a Radiohead vibe here, full of melodrama, but the sounds: synths, guitar, cymbals, and simulated horns are strangely soothing, but also evocative…
“Atomic City” is a leisurely pop thing, and it does bounce like post-2000 indie rock. The Edge’s guitar lines sound a bit different than what we’re used to.
Randy Newman’s bouncy piano work and raspy, optimistic female vocals feel like the first sip of coffee in the morning or a cool breeze coming across the park.