a quick tunes update
I just wanted to jump in and give a quick update of some of the tunes I’ve been listening to lately. First of all, the latest to come out of the Decemberists, “The Hazards of Love”, is pretty outstanding. This may sound strange, but personally the album has a rough 1970′s Led Zeppelin featuring Carly Simon kind of sound. It’s a big, sweeping, moving album that I feel is their best offering to date. Stumptown sure delivers some amazing bands. Speaking of Portland bands, hey Shins, I want another album! Get on that. Yeah.
Let’s see here, what else have I been listing to lately. Oh yes, the Mt. St. Helens Vietnam Band. I was hooked from the first moment I listened to the song Albatross, Albatross, Albatross. They’re a fun band that reminds me a lot of the punky upbeat style of Hot Hot Heat. You may disagree, but give them a spin. They’re on watch.
Next up is Cymbals Eat Guitars, who are raw and awesome. They rock like Modest Mouse, they use dischord like Pavement, they’re raw like the Wrens. I may be stealing from other reviewers with those references, but hey, it’s accurate. Get it, listen, profit.
Lastly, I’m probably the only one not talking about the Handsome Furs. Whoops… I guess I officially talked about them. So, I have a soft spot for that Wolf Parade sound. And to boot… the heavy electro sound puts this one over the top. Good stuff.
I think that’s enough for now. Blog out.