The Reds, Pinks and Purples - The World Doesn't Need Another Band (2024) Hi-Res

The World Doesn’t Need Another Band is a title so clever it could double as a music blog name – or a record label perhaps. It’s cheeky and self-aware, but there’s a truth to it that might resonate if you think about it long enough. And yet, the thrill of discovering a new favorite band never really fades, does it?

Glenn Donaldson, the mastermind behind The Reds, Pinks & Purples, knows this paradox well. His latest album not only embraces it but also plays with it. This collection includes some previously released tracks, seamlessly woven into the fabric of his new material. The result? A record that feels like a guided tour through Donaldson’s own (and, by extension, our) record collections. His lyrics speak directly to the dreamers, the misfits, and the underdogs, delivering indie guitar pop with a sense of intimacy and camaraderie that’s hard to resist.

With Donaldson’s knack for storytelling and his knack for capturing melancholy in jangly, bittersweet melodies, The World Doesn’t Need Another Band is easy to fall for. Great storytelling, certified fresh indie pop — how could you not be hooked?