Sam and Louise keep making awesome records

There are some albums that don’t just mark a moment in time; they feel like a forgotten treasure waiting to be unearthed. That is exactly what the third LP from Philadelphia-based siblings Sam and Louise Sullivan, Love & Devotion”>Love & Devotion, manages to achieve.

This record isn’t just music; it’s a sonic journey that taps into a rich tapestry of influences. The Sullivans expertly blend retro psych-pop with traditional folk, country, funk, reggae, and a sweeping range of global sounds, creating a sound that is simultaneously familiar and utterly unique.

The resulting collection of songs is charming, incredibly catchy, and delightfully “wonky”—a term the Sullivans themselves use to describe their creative spirit. It possesses an uncanny ability to feel both brand new and steeped in history, evoking the warmth of a sound recorded half a century ago while still feeling wonderfully current.

Now, this gem is getting a deserved spotlight. The album is being reissued by Light In The Attic”>Light In The Attic, ensuring that this remarkable body of work reaches new listeners who might never have discovered it otherwise.

By Olivia Smith