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Artist : The Decemberists Album : As It Ever Was, So It Will Be Again Quick Thoughts : The Decemberists remain the most consistent act to come out of the early-aughts indie scene, with this new album (their first in a few years) playing in some of the same comfortable grounds of their predecessors. "Oh No!" has all the trappings of an instant classic, "Long White Veil" feels like early Decemberists, and even going a little experimental with a 20 minute epic closer works. A solid listen on a whole. Songs of Note : "Long White Veil," "Oh No!," "Born to the Morning," "America Made Me" Artist : Las Nubes Album : Tormentas Malsanas Quick Thoughts : Ken sent this one over, and it's great. It's one of a few typical alt-rock listens that just work, and the Spanish influence sets it apart on a whole. No reason to let the language barrier stand in the way, especially with "Agua Plastica," which is a favorite...