Standby

By utilizing progressive elements not commonly seen in their genre, Standby is able to provide for us something new and innovative that stands out amongst the music of their peers in the Indie Rock community. Finally, Gone for a While overcomes the esoteric nature that often comes with the niche with which it aligns itself by employing a pop-oriented mix that highlights the catchy vocal tracks above all else, and by avoiding becoming too progressive or abstract with rhythmic complexity that could potentially scare off more casual listeners; the record, while clearly being more Progressive-oriented than most in its genre, is just Pop enough to be heard. Standby has delivered, in Gone for a While, an enjoyable, polished, and easily accessible unique Indie Rock experience that teeters between being Pop and being Prog, without threatening to swing too far in either direction. RATING: 7+/10 - TTOIA (Discontinued)

It's a masterwork. While they are a self-described progressive/alternative band, their liberal use of acoustic guitars creates a sound that is decidedly easy-listening. It isn't a sound that rewards laziness of the ear, but it does lend itself to a much more mellow sounding act than you would expect with that genre tag tied to it. That is to say, that I was surprised how relaxing a listening experience I had while preparing to write this review. - The Even Ground