Album Review: Inlet
Formed in Champaign Illinois, HUM were one of the defining bands of the grunge-rock 90’s era, with a completely unique sound that made them stand out from the crowd. HUM rose to prominence with their second studio album You’d Prefer an Astronaut, with the hit song 'Stars' gaining mainstream attention, earning them a spot on MTV and even getting radio plays. Unfortunately the band has been relatively quiet and hasn’t released any new music for over 23 years, with their latest album Downward is Heavenward, which came out in 1997. That all changed this year with HUM’s return with the record Inlet , an 8-song belter that pulls no punches. The album, which was lovingly described as a “rose in the 2020 concrete” over on YouTube, hits h ard, with heavy instrumental sections that highlight HUM’s signature atmospheric sound. Tracks: HUM's Inlet opens strong with 'Waves' and remains strong the whole way through, with highlights such as 'Step Into You', 'In The De
