Striking a careful balance of moody introspection and honest good cheer, Glom are a six-piece band from Brooklyn, New York whose music is informed by indie and alternative rock from the 1990s onward, as well as the melodic sensibilities of classic rock of the '60s. Glom's songs are built around rough but tuneful guitar figures and washes of keyboards whose tone often nods to the glory days of new wave. Glom also boasts agile harmonies that add a sheen to their performances while reinforcing the emotions expressed in the lyrics. The group's first album, 2019's Bond, documented their production smarts as well as their talents as performers and songwriters, while 2020's Merit was more thematically ambitious and diverse while upping the ante on the first LP's strengths.