So this isn't a 7 inch (don't worry I'll make it up to you with a huge post following this one) but it is a great band that has not gotten enough recognition. Digging Up Virgins is the surf rock/noise pop dream of the Brian Wilson-esque William Huberdeau, whose thoughts on girls, puppies, school, and being cool makes for lyrics that range from cute and fun to complex and dark. This most recent incarnation of DUV is probably my favorite. Guy provides a Marvin Gaye bass melody to the songs (he'll tell you it is from Lagwagon), Tiffany is responsible for those hauntingly beautiful licks (such as "Catch the Disease"), and Steph keeps a solid and pressing beat that gives the music both rhythm and energy. "Early Singles Vol. 1" is the recording that DUV has long deserved: all the levels are pristine while maintaining the band's indie tone. If you ever get a chance to check out this awesome band live, do yourself a favor: there will probably be at least one person in the crowd dancing the whole time, sporadically yelling "Dig dig dig!", and singing along to every song. Be careful, the energy is highly infectious and by the end of the show you may want to get a puppy in outerspace tattooed to your bicep.
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