Thursday, July 22, 2010

The Books - The Way Out

So it happened. Just like I hoped it wouldn't. But after 4 long release-less years The Books returned with 'The Way Out,' and...it's too clever for my taste. The fact that I would even call an album 'clever' is a sure-fire clue that it's more interesting in theory than it is good to listen to.

Not surprisingly, the new release doesn't hold a candle to The Lemon of Pink or Lost & Safe, two beautifully-composed, layered albums that struck a great and almost holy balance between instrument and sound clip.

The Way Out has a few bright spots, one of which is below (and it doesnt sound like your typical Books song, but that's ok, it's cool):



All I can do is hope that their next release comes before 2014, and is, well...good.

In joy.

No comments:

Post a Comment