“Music for Angels” is creatively diverse. It features mild, gentle vocals—almost tangible feelings within whispers and whines—that evoke longing, tell a story, and give the album the contrast it needs against the roughness of the instrumentals.

The layering of chords and the picking of guitars threaten to give the tracks a messy outcome, but the way the band executes it only adds depth and a complex nature that goes easy on the ears.

Songs like “Paris, Texas” and “Dogs” are tempestuous—they explode in your ears and linger long after they’re over. “Akoustic,” “Cats,” and “Thinker Bell” are more mellow. The display of a queer narrative is subtle yet powerful, fitting seamlessly into the album’s overall character. Not only musically, but aesthetically, the band is characterized by its esoteric style—monochromatic illustrations, textures, and hard-to-forget performances. The use of traditional electric guitar, bass, and drums is accompanied by other elements like the mandolin, synths, and occasional male vocals.

In short, “Music for Angels” is an ideal debut album. It plays with the representation of different cultural and social aspects while maintaining a fun, charismatic harmony and catering to an audience that enjoys a sweaty, frantic crowd as much as a tranquil night at home.

Kouskous Heaven is Izzy, Josh, Logan, Will, and Ryan—writers, producers, designers, and performers. The quintet dropped the local band label to embark on their “All Is Regular, All Is Divine” tour around the East Coast of the U.S., alongside the band Necto. With multiple performances on the horizon and the promise of new material, the band continues to make a name for themselves in the industry. Their music is available on streaming platforms such as Spotify, Bandcamp, and Apple Music.