Foals -- Myspace
Where to being with this much talked about band of youngsters? The critics have been screaming about this band for months now, they've graced the covers of numerous "hip" magazines, and they haven't even released an album yet. This lack of product might seem surprising to those who haven't heard their music, but their numerous singles and penchant for playing at loud house parties can explain the critical praise sans LP.
There first full-length release "Antidotes" is scheduled to be released in March 2008, on Sub-Pop in the US and Transgressive records in the UK. Some of the tunes can be heard on their myspace page (linked above). They really carry-out an all out dance assault on the senses. Blistering drums, bass, and keys are the main ingredients, and vocals reminiscent of the Bravery add the spice to the mix. This is complex dance music on speed. Although I have never attended one of their house parties, I hope to someday, as I can only hazard a guess at the energy that would be produced given the tracks I'm listening to in my living room.
Foals is currently touring Europe and UK. Unfortunately their show at the Astoria in March is sold out, but maybe I'll be able to get some tix off a tout somewhere. Definitely check out their tunes and let me know what you think.
This Will Destroy You --- Myspace
I originally heard about this album on Questionable Content (Yay for Faye!), and as soon as the author, Jeph, described it as instrumental space rock, I knew I had to check it out.
This Will Destroy You released their debut album in 2008, despite having been together for nearly 3 years. It was definitely worth the wait though. This band has got it together. Tight performances, excellent composition, and emotional tones combine in a swirl of mesmerizing music. The only thing I'm missing when listening to this, is a big fat joint to make the experience even more ethereal. TWDY have obviously taken a few cues from Explosions in the Sky, and anybody who is a fan of the latter, I would not hesitate to recommend the former. When the terms progressive and post-modern were applied to music, I'm pretty sure that this type of music is exactly what the author had in mind. What do you think?
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