Maia & The Pilots "Taking Off"

Maia & the Pilots are a promising new indie outfit that hails from the ever budding New York scene. I have had the pleasure of having an advance listen of their upcoming debut, Taking Off which takes flight on October 18th.

7-tracks grace the album, which come to life immediately. Singer and frontwoman Maia Pillot's voice is like a dream. Heavenly yet prominent with the notes in all the right places. I instantly gravitated towards the band upon hearing their first single, "Home," which shined through like a ray of sunshine. Taking Off does not disappoint. From the heartfelt "I Would," to the back to basics "I Can't Hate You," to the vibrant "Key to Ignition Remix" (yes the R. Kelly track), Pillot and co. are ready to take center stage. For those who enjoy the sounds of such indie Goddesses as Feist and Jenny Lewis, this record is for you.

Maia & the Pilots are Maia Pillot, Carey Clayton, Luke Markham, Andrew Grau and Andrew Parsegian. Taking Off is out 10/18.