andymori (アンディモリ) is a young trio that are crafty beyond their years. Their debut album is a sojourn through an array of sentiments and ideas. Sometimes hilirious and other times solemn, the release sweeps through several outlooks.

andymori’s self-titled debut album came out February 4th and should not be missed.

The album is a remarkable effort from a band that was formed less than two years ago. Although it clocks in at just over 30 minutes, the 12 tracks combine to cast a release that evokes a multitude of human emotions, thoughts, and sounds.

The sentiments explored in andymori fall along a spectrum with a bulk of them populating opposing ends of it. Along one tail are tracks that exude elation. From spirited anthems to songs of assurance, the album’s playful half shimmers with youthful sanguinity and ambition.

Other parts of the album traverse a different path. This route is one of maturity, of contemplation and curious stares into the twilight horizon. Though more tracks wander along a more upbeat way, these downbeat reflections lift the album to greatness.

Included in this introspective realm are tracks like “青い空” (Aoi sora, blue sky) and “Life Is Party”. Two of the album’s most memorable tracks, the former is pure aural enchantment. A strolling, palm-muted guitar combines with heartfelt vocals and an alluring female voice accompanies both during the chorus. “Life Is Party” (as featured here) develops in a daze of decided minimalism. Though not particular, the track has an aura of hopelessness that makes it even more sublime and profound. “都会を走る猫” (Tokai o Hashiru Neko, cat running through the city) and “HAPPY END” also fall near this mellow end of the scope.

A majority of the rest of the release rocks out to that afformentioned playful tune. These intense jams include the likes of “FOLLOW ME”, “Everything is My Guitar”, and “Mongoloid Blues” (best song name ever?) — the first three tracks of andymori. Tracks like “僕が白人だったら” (Boku ga Hakujin Datara, if I was a white person) — the second best song name ever?, “すごい速さ” (Sugoi Hayasa, amazing speed), “ベンガルトラとウィスキー” (Bengal Tora to Whiskey, a Bengal tiger and whiskey), and the rest follow suit.

andymori’s debut album is an exquisite premiere and the young rockers have set the bar so high so early. Already near masters of their craft, the future certainly looks bright for these guys.

andymori was formed in the fall of 2007 in Tokyo. The band is the trio of vocalist/guitarist Sohey Oyamada (小山田壮平), bassist Daiki Gotou (後藤大樹), and drummer Hiroshi Fujiwara (藤原ヒロシ). They’re currently on Youth Records.

The band has and continues to play shows with THE BAWDIES, UNISON SQUARE GARDEN, C-999, butterfly inthe stomach, THE LOCAL ART, THE JETZEJOHNSON, and more.

Watch the PV for “FOLLOW ME”:

If you want to laugh, watch andymori’s PV for “Everything is My Guitar”.

Check out the band’s official site and MySpace page.

Buy andymori’s self-titled debut on HearJapan