First Listen: New Releases for 8 December
Artist : Jim James Album : Tribute To 2 Quick Description : A covers record from a beloved indie act. Why You Should Listen : Covers albums are always at least worth a shot. Overall Thoughts : Another cover record timed to coincide with the rerelease of an earlier covers EP, what is really noteworthy to me is how kind of bland and dull the whole affair is. There is no real life breathed into these songs, instead resulting in an album that almost feels intentionally dull. It’s…weird. I don’t get it, but I also can’t say that I necessarily “get” Jim James from a solo perspective period. Ultimately, I just hope I’m missing the boat entirely. Recommendation : Skip this unless you have reason otherwise. Artist : Diablo Swing Orchestra Album : Pacifisticuffs Quick Description : Is it metal? Is it indie? Is it disco? Why You Should Listen : You want to know the answers to those questions. Overall Thoughts : This is easily the most confusing, strangest genre mashup I’ve heard...