This bands moniker includes reference to a wild and ferocious beast, however, their music is rather tame and relates more to the book in which their name is seemingly derived from. “Sea Wolf” by Jack London depicts a man with money from San Francisco who is rescued at sea and forced to become a crew member on a ship. Like the book, this album, Leaves In The River, portrays a tale of survival, love and obstacles.
Sea Wolf successfully recites the stories behind each song’s birth, whether it’s through Alex B. Church’s calm deliveries or the rumblings of a snare. In true indie rock folk fashion, the album, Leaves In The River, might play your initial perception for a fool. The sweet serenades are not always as lighthearted as they sound because Sea Wolf’s lyrics are rather remorseful. “It may be true that I lied/Broke a promise that I’d try/But my heart no longer beats/ My blood makes/Black dirt under your feet.” The instrumental arrangements combined with a steady pace, create a haunting, yet non-threatening theme that looms over the album like a persistent summer drizzle. One of Sea Wolf’s greatest strengths is their ability to come out swinging on a track, just take a listen to “Winter Windows” and “You’re A Wolf” for the undeniable evidence. Leaves In The River is able to paint a vivid picture, one of which often relies on nature, heartache and self-introspection. Sea Wolf is an ideal companion for the lonely souls who find comfort in rehashing defining moments in their life when a knife was twisted a little bit too deep. Stand Out Tracks: Winter Windows, You’re A Wolf, Song For The Dead
