I've come to the realization that I listen to too much music to make my choices on a weekly basis. From now on, I plan to choose 2 albums per week.
Most of you know that my favorite music genre is progressive rock. However, that's not the only thing I listen to. Throughout the course of a week, I really listen to a pretty varied selection. Today's pick is a fun indie rock/pop band from our neighbor to the north: The New Pornographers. With an impressive 8 member line-up and very diverse vocalists, the best way to describe this band is "fun."
Mass Romantic's toe-tapping hits just never stop coming. I could listen to this album over and over. If you want a perfect example, listen to "Letter from an Occupant." The surf-beat drums and catchy vocal line will make you smile every time you hear it come on. What I really love about this album (and the band, for the most part) is that it never takes itself too seriously. It seems that the New Pornos really knew what sound they were looking for, and kept it light-hearted the whole time. With songs like "The Slow Descent into Alcoholism" though, how can you take yourself seriously? Even "Breakin' the Law," the only slower song on the album, is fun and spirited. I'm also a big fan of the way the vocalists really bring their own flair to each song. Neko Case almost has a Joan Jett sound, which is a great match for the title track. Then, throw in the soothing sound of A. C. Newman (whose solo project is awesome, by the way) and the quirky tone of Dan Bejar, and you've got yourself a real winner of an album. Check it out; it'll make you happy during finals!
Unfortunately, Napster does not have a link to this album streaming: BOO! If anyone finds it online somehwere, let me know!
I do have for you a sample player:
http://www.7digital.com/artists/the-new-pornographers/mass-romantic/
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