Rag319 Posted February 25, 2008 Share Posted February 25, 2008 Any Wilco fans also fans of the Mars Volta? Definitely one of my favorite bands around right now. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mjpuczko Posted February 25, 2008 Share Posted February 25, 2008 i like a few songs but that's it. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
melvinpa Posted February 25, 2008 Share Posted February 25, 2008 I listen to their entire catalog, started with ATDI...also listen to Sparta.....although more into the earlier Sparta stuff. I wish ATDI would get back together! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
MrRain422 Posted February 25, 2008 Share Posted February 25, 2008 I like the first two Mars Volta albums a lot (and the debut EP isn't bad either). The third album was okay, but the new one is pretty bad, IMO. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
solace Posted February 25, 2008 Share Posted February 25, 2008 ATDI amazing... first Sparta record? enjoyable, after that, eh first TMV EP? pretty good... they've gotten pretty bad since then Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Rag319 Posted February 25, 2008 Author Share Posted February 25, 2008 I was a HUGE ATDI fan. I liked Sparta's first record. Their others are pretty mediocre. I love TMV, however. I think all their albums are great. The new one is more focused and is very enjoyable. Amputechture...I can see why people don't like it...is still very good in my opinion. TMV are excellent live as well. Can't wait to see them this April. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Scalzunfield Posted February 25, 2008 Share Posted February 25, 2008 I've pushed them away for so long, but I gave the new one a shot. Keep in mind, it's really not up my alley musically, but I enjoyed the first couple tracks a bit. However, the album just drags with so many ideas thrown in and no real direction or cohesiveness IMO. It's quite a tough listen top to bottom. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Kalle Posted February 25, 2008 Share Posted February 25, 2008 They've gone constantly downhill since their first album IMO. I find Sparta to be quite boring and I really only like on ATDI album, oh weeelll. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
hardwood floor Posted February 25, 2008 Share Posted February 25, 2008 i prefer The Son Volta Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Rag319 Posted February 26, 2008 Author Share Posted February 26, 2008 I've pushed them away for so long, but I gave the new one a shot. Keep in mind, it's really not up my alley musically, but I enjoyed the first couple tracks a bit. However, the album just drags with so many ideas thrown in and no real direction or cohesiveness IMO. It's quite a tough listen top to bottom. Eh...the only problem I have with the new album is some songs sound similar, but that could be just Omar's production. The songs are pretty much just that, songs with a verse chorus and a bridge. It's not like that pulled a Mr. Bungle or anything. Also pumped about seeing them twice in April. Wilco twice in March. What a great way to start off a 2008. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Welsh Rich Posted February 26, 2008 Share Posted February 26, 2008 I'm a big MV fan... got tickets to see them in London next month. Looking forward to it. I think each of their albums has plenty to recommend. I've also really enjoyed Omar's solo album. Not so much of a fan of Sparta, the first album is ok. As for ATDI, well, there's nothing that needs to be said. Great band. Just a shame I never caught them live. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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