In celebration of this record finally being released in a mere hours on February 1st, 2011. I figured another brand spanking new entry about it seems like a good idea.
1 Barnaby Bison's Blind 3:38
2 Another Harvard Renaissance 5:17
3 Gods Great Gumball Machine 6:49
4 Noah 3:15
5 Winchester Devil Grass 5:05
6. Weather Maps For Nikolai 4:02
7 Sanctuary 4:30
8 Gunpowder Falls 5:33
9 Bad Canterbury 3:22
10 Forging the Family Name 1:26
11 Mont St. Michel 3:36
12 Ghosts in the Basement 4:55
13 Terror and Everything After 8:01
14 Lazarus 4:11
still amazing, and the best album of 2011 that I've heard, thus far. Hopefully a lot more people will now check it out and catch-on like I did the past few months.
I've been rather impressed by this Canadian band's 2009 debut lp "A Mountain is a Mouth." It has wonderful drums and percussion, and what sounds like female-gang vocals in somewhat of a choir/gospel way, that doesn't come across as religious.
I should give this album a little more time before I know for certain, but I am finding myself wanting to go back to this as there's not a bad part of this record. It has a rich, warm, almost inspirational or therapeutic nature to it. Like healing wounds, or telling a great story that's been passed down through the generations.
There's definitely a lot to explore with this. But early on, the parts I enjoy most would probably be tracks like "Shanty Song," "Steamroller," and "Crabapples." Along with just the dynamics and presence of the vocalists and emphasis on rhythms.
The only downside to this album right now is I am unclear how easily I'll be able to track down a hard-copy for less than $20. Maybe I'll stumble upon one at Cheapo soon, or ebay perhaps.
I'd also love to see them live, as this style of music probably works even better live, just based on seeing some videos.
