"Each song is well-written, well-played, and well-mixed… and could be singles in their own right. Their sound is a mixture of dreamy surf rock, dub, and fun global indie pop and is uncommonly refined for a band of youngins doing it on their own...Talent and versatility like this is sure to get them snatched up by a smart label soon." - The Owl Mag “The band has a knack for undeniable pop hooks that echo throughout the EP’s 19-minute playing time, making for a light, breezy album just in time for the end of summer.” - The Metropolitan Jolt "Local Hero carry with them a certain globetrotting chic that is as highbrow as that of Vampire Weekend but considerably more whimsical and extroverted...Everything boils down to a summertime pop mélange that is sometimes sexy, often quirky, and always fun. It is a shame that The Aldgate was released at the very tail end of summer, as this would be the perfect album for a summer in the Bay Area." - SF Rebirth "If these guys are making music this enjoyable as teenagers, I can’t wait to see and hear what they’re up to in their 20′s and beyond." - The Wounded Jukebox Recorded at Sleepy Wizard studios in El Cerrito, CA. Produced by Aki Ehara, Alex MacKay & Chris Solberg. Engineered by Aki Ehara. Mastered by John Cuniberti.