Floater, Reckless in Vegas, Smirker October 10, 2010

Best Band in Portland Reader's Poll 2010
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Floater doesn't let fans down with the highly-anticipated new full-length, "Wake," a twelve-track collection of melodic, pop-laden psychedelic guitar-rock decked out in chunky guitar riffs, primal drumming, and soaring vocals. From the opening of "Wake" through the very last note, Floater makes it known that "Wake" is meant to be turned up and played loud. Longtime fans and new fans alike will find something to love in the album, whether it's the pop-nugger "Wondering," the hard-rocking "Broken Toy," the melancholy of "White Dress," or instantly memorable could-be hits sounds of "Cannonball," "You Taught Me," and "Matadors," all three already live favorites.