Derek Smith and the Cosmic Vultures - Temporary Circus: Act 1 EP (2025) Hi-Res

Derek Smith and the Cosmic Vultures and their new five-track EP entitled “Temporary Circus Act 1”. Boston, Massachusetts singer-songwriter Smith has proved to be highly prolific since his debut release back in 2017 with no less than five studio albums, either solo or with the Cosmic Vultures culminating in the critically acclaimed “Opus”, released in the November of last year. This new EP release sees Smith and his band operating in a more acoustic setting, deliberately avoiding direct comparison to their previous offering, feeling the need to create a new sound. In many ways, the music here reflects the seismic changes and tonal shift that have taken place worldwide since last November, advocating a level of caution and distrust as we become exposed to the surreal and at times unsettling spectacle of mass manipulation. Musically, the sound draws from a broad palette from the seventies pop rock of 10cc to the more modern indie rock of Bon Iver. Everything here is an absolute joy to lose yourself in. The kaleidoscopic mix entrances and hypnotises in equal measure, with the title track and ‘The Puppets Of Hypocrisy’ being particular favourites. An EP that comes highly recommended with the promise of more to come.