Dude Posted January 4, 2010 Share Posted January 4, 2010 Huh. I just read the AllMusic bio and review ... on one hand, it looks like something I wouldn't be into, but on the other hand, it looks like it could be 100% awesome. I'll have to seek out a copy and form my own opinion. Totally, I wasn't really a fan of the genre nor of heavy sampling, mashups kind of lose their steam after the novelty of the first thirty seconds wear off, Girl Talk bores me, and Paul's Boutique - I hate to say this - but I haven't listened to it in over five years. But this album is a pure joy to listen to. Link to post Share on other sites
solace Posted January 4, 2010 Share Posted January 4, 2010 Huh. I just read the AllMusic bio and review ... on one hand, it looks like something I wouldn't be into, but on the other hand, it looks like it could be 100% awesome. I'll have to seek out a copy and form my own opinion. it is pretty damn awesome... sad they've done nothing really since though certainly mellower overall and not quite as fun as the debut, but still some pretty good songs and i'm enjoying it on this blistery winter day. the last song (I Think UR A Contra) might be my favorite on the record actually. it's streaming on their MySpace now too i guess Link to post Share on other sites
Dude Posted January 4, 2010 Share Posted January 4, 2010 sad they've done nothing really since though They allegedly have a new album they are clearing samples for. They must be a copyright lawyer's wet dream. Definitely wanna hear the new Vampire Weekend, but when are they going to give up the preppy fixation? The half popped collar polo shirt is too much. Link to post Share on other sites
lizish Posted January 4, 2010 Share Posted January 4, 2010 Sept. '09 UK tour disk of Al James (Dolorean) demos. Holee shit these are good. Wendy - how is the Woodpigeon? Looks like I've got the band booked to feb 12th for an instore. Yippee! Link to post Share on other sites
Moss Posted January 5, 2010 Share Posted January 5, 2010 I have been listening to a lot of Big Star lately so I thought I would throw on something completely different... Link to post Share on other sites
PopTodd Posted January 5, 2010 Share Posted January 5, 2010 Apollo Sunshine - Shall Noise Uponthe The - Mind BombJimmy Smith - Root Down: Live!John Cale - Vintage ViolenceDogbowl - Flan Link to post Share on other sites
cryptique Posted January 5, 2010 Share Posted January 5, 2010 ^ How's that? I admit I've been scared off a bit by the presence of a choir. Link to post Share on other sites
jimmyjimmy Posted January 5, 2010 Share Posted January 5, 2010 ^ How's that? I admit I've been scared off a bit by the presence of a choir. Don't be. It's pretty fantastic. I like the way the choir is basically used as an instrument unto itself adding phrasing and colorations to the arrangements. Duke Pearson's "Cristo Redentor" is worth the price of admission alone. NP: Link to post Share on other sites
Elixir Sue Posted January 5, 2010 Share Posted January 5, 2010 certainly mellower overall and not quite as fun as the debut, but still some pretty good songs and i'm enjoying it on this blistery winter day. the last song (I Think UR A Contra) might be my favorite on the record actually. it's streaming on their MySpace now too i guess Downloading now! Link to post Share on other sites
Shakespeare In The Alley Posted January 5, 2010 Share Posted January 5, 2010 That's an amazing album cover. Link to post Share on other sites
Moss Posted January 5, 2010 Share Posted January 5, 2010 One of his best, great album. Link to post Share on other sites
brianjeremy Posted January 5, 2010 Share Posted January 5, 2010 it is pretty damn awesome... sad they've done nothing really since though certainly mellower overall and not quite as fun as the debut, but still some pretty good songs and i'm enjoying it on this blistery winter day. the last song (I Think UR A Contra) might be my favorite on the record actually. it's streaming on their MySpace now too i guess I've listened to it about 2-3 times now and I really like it. So far, nothing stands out like Oxford Comma or anything, but it seems to be a more cohesive effort. Link to post Share on other sites
GtrPlyr Posted January 5, 2010 Share Posted January 5, 2010 Tom Zé - Nave Maria Link to post Share on other sites
solace Posted January 5, 2010 Share Posted January 5, 2010 I've listened to it about 2-3 times now and I really like it. So far, nothing stands out like Oxford Comma or anything, but it seems to be a more cohesive effort. i'd agree that it definitely flows better than the first. not exactly breaking any new grounds, and they probably did play it a BIT safe, but i'd rather see that than an all out total flop (see: CYHSY's 2nd album). solid 7.5/10 for me... but boy does that song w/ the auto-tune shit (California English i think?) kind of bug me Link to post Share on other sites
Dude Posted January 5, 2010 Share Posted January 5, 2010 I like Cousins a lot - it has a nifty video, too: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1e0u11rgd9Q Link to post Share on other sites
brianjeremy Posted January 5, 2010 Share Posted January 5, 2010 i'd agree that it definitely flows better than the first. not exactly breaking any new grounds, and they probably did play it a BIT safe, but i'd rather see that than an all out total flop (see: CYHSY's 2nd album). solid 7.5/10 for me... but boy does that song w/ the auto-tune shit (California English i think?) kind of bug me Agreed on all points, especially in concerns to CYHSY's 2nd album. I don't think I have ever been so disappointed in an album. I own and love Chinese Democracy and it was in no way disappointing - That's saying something. The auto-tune song was playing as I was typing my last post. I almost said something, but I didn't. It's pretty distracting and most definitely stands out but not in a good way. Bout overall, it's pretty solid. I freaking love the cover art. Link to post Share on other sites
CortezTheKiller Posted January 6, 2010 Share Posted January 6, 2010 Link to post Share on other sites
Elixir Sue Posted January 6, 2010 Share Posted January 6, 2010 I tried, but I really can't get past the guy's voice. Link to post Share on other sites
cooperissup3r Posted January 6, 2010 Share Posted January 6, 2010 one of the best bands i've heard that broke up. i figure they probably had to, but damn...they could've made some (more) great music. Link to post Share on other sites
Moss Posted January 6, 2010 Share Posted January 6, 2010 it is pretty damn awesome... sad they've done nothing really since though certainly mellower overall and not quite as fun as the debut, but still some pretty good songs and i'm enjoying it on this blistery winter day. the last song (I Think UR A Contra) might be my favorite on the record actually. it's streaming on their MySpace now too i guess I believe Vampire Weekend is on Letterman tonight (1/5/10) Link to post Share on other sites
solace Posted January 6, 2010 Share Posted January 6, 2010 one of the best bands i've heard that broke up. i figure they probably had to, but damn...they could've made some (more) great music.hoping they do more "reunion shows" in the future, the one i saw in Oct '07 when i saw Justin play as Bon Iver live for the first time blew my mind. Link to post Share on other sites
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