The Municipality sounds like a musical Time Machine.

“Brand New” by The Municipality sounds like a musical time machine, catapulting you straight back to the glory days of synthpop, but with a fresh twist that honors the ‘80s without ever feeling dated. The track breathes nostalgia while still feeling completely current – something only a few bands truly manage to pull off.

What immediately stands out are the vocals: unconventional, even a bit eccentric, but at the same time beautifully and impressively sung. Think of that iconic 10CC-style multi-layered harmony, but filtered through a synthpop lens. The vocals are rich and layered, so with every listen you discover new details hiding in the mix.

The Municipality sounds like a musical Time Machine

The song’s structure is just plain fun. Instead of following the typical verse-chorus-verse routine, they take a different path: the melody line is unique, sometimes delightfully unpredictable, and that’s exactly what keeps it fresh and captivating. You get drawn into the track and stick around until the very last synth fades away.

The production is tight, but never cold. Everything works: from the subtle electronic touches to the warm layers that give it that classic synthpop feel. The Municipality proves that nostalgia and innovation can go hand in hand – and that you can create something truly “Brand New” with a wink to the past.

In short: highly recommended for synthpop fans who like a bit of adventure, and for anyone curious about a band that truly gives the genre its own identity. Put it on repeat – bet you’ll be singing along in multi-part harmony after the third listen!