School is almost over here at UCLA, ladies and gentlemen! With that said, I should be studying, so let's get right to it.
"The Way It Was" by Parachute
I've always been a big fan of Parachute. I've had the opportunity to see them live as well, and they're outstanding. That said, I was a little concerned approaching the sophomore album. It's a notoriously tricky album for bands, and, to be completely shallow for a minute, I don't trust albums with a simple picture of the whole band on the cover. I didn't need to worry. "The Way It Was" is the band's best album to date, and they explore a whole lot of new musical tools.
"Helplessness Blues" by Fleet Foxes
It's been a long time coming for Fleet Foxes' second full length album. Don't worry, the wait was well worth it. Everything you know and love about the group is here. Though they don't necessarily try a whole lot of new things on this album. But, when their other music is as good as it is, do you want them changing the formula a ton? I for one am fine with Fleet Foxes doing what Fleet Foxes do best.
"Rome" by Danger Mouse and Daniele Luppi
This is probably the least conventional album on this month's list, but it may very well be the best. "Rome" sounds like an ode to spaghetti westerns. There are great vocals by Jack White and Norah Jones, as well as some great elements of classical music. Listening to the album, you feel as though you're listening to a great movie soundtrack, minus the movie. Bravo.
That's this month! Until next time, keep reading the blog, like the blog's Facebook page, and enjoy the music!
Andrew
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