"Winks & Kisses" is a compilation of EPs from Airiel that were originally released as four separate CDs by Clairecords between 2003-2004. An inordinate number of marginal shoegaze and dream-pop groups have surfaced in recent years, but Airiel are one of the most consistent groups to have remained relatively obscure. This collection delivers track after track of tasteful and ethereal tunes that still sound fresh despite obvious influences; sonically, the group derives equal influence from the holy-trinity of shoegaze, evoking MBV's textures, Slowdive's dreamy post-rock climaxes, and Ride's Britpop-leaning vocal presence.
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