''Veneer'' is a four-track

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band September Girls. The E.P. was recorded at Guerilla Studios in Dublin and released on November 24, 2014, via

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Track list

Recording and Release

September Girls recorded ''Veneer'' following the release of September Girls first album ''

'' at Guerilla Studios in Dublin. The first single to be taken from the record was the title-track which came out on October 13, accompanied by a music video directed by band member Jessie Ward. This was quickly followed by the second single 'Black Oil'. ''Veneer'' was eventually released on November 24, 2015, on record labels

and

Critical reception

''Veneer'' was well received by critics upon it release, with many reviewers comparing it favorably to the band's debut album ''

''. Lisa Wright of ''

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'' stated "Where September Girls' debut earmarked them as the latest addition to the Dum Dum Girls/Vivian Girls school of Phil Spector worship, 'Veneer' finds the Irish quintet throwing off the '60s girl-group coyness in favour of something fiercer." While Chris Buckle of ''

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'' said "Eleven months after debut album Cursing the Sea established a September Girls-sound hewn from heavy reverb, fuzzy melodies and a moody noir complexion, Veneer steers the Dublin quintet into marginally darker and more turbulent waters." The E.P also received positive reviews from the group's native city with Irish music critic Stephen White of '' The Last Mixed Tape'' stating that "September Girls are a band defined by their individuality and commitment to never staying in the same spot sonically or stylistically. Veneer showcases this essential central characteristic." Local culture magazine ''In Dublin'' referred to the E.P. as "a sure sign of a promising future for the Dublin band".

Personnel

September Girls

* Paula Cullen - Vocals, Lead Bass * Caoimhe Derwin - Vocals, Rhythm Guitar * Lauren Kerchner - Vocals, Keys * Jessie Ward - Vocals, Lead Guitar * Sarah Grimes - Drums

Technical personnel

* Recorded and Mixed by John Murphy * Mastered by Harvey Birrell

References

{{reflist 2014 EPs Kanine Records EPs September Girls albums