Melodic Riffs & Reminders Of Youth: Nation Of Language

Photos ©Ryan Collins 2025

Xtina calling - Have you ever found yourself driving, windows open on a starlit night, craving the nostalgia of The Cure blended with the hopeful vibes of your Gen Z bestie? Then let me pass my earbud so you can hear Nation of Language. lan Devaney sauntered onstage with the suave and charismatic swagger of a shoe-gazer, immediately calling shotgun on your next road trip. As the night wind fills your car, songs like “Weak In Your Light” and “I’m Not Ready for the Change” will wrap you in melodic riffs that remind you of what youth felt like. No matter what generation claims you, the hypnotic vocals and meaningful lyrics will even have the backseat crew tapping their feet and swaying to the beat, as dreamy 80’s synth chords are pulled into 2025. Okie, hanging up now, my favorite song just came on…

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