On their first full-length, Opposites, Parlor Walls convey urgency with a forcefulness that’s both convincing and sophisticated. Core members Alyse Lamb and Chris Mulligan use repetitive phrases that speak directly to the gut—“riffs,” for all intents and purposes. But where the Thing’s meaty sound verges on street tough (in a good way), Parlor Walls approach aggression with an agility that’s rare no matter what style of music you look at. [Pitchfork]