Reviews (page 5 of 9)
Modern alternative music, "Desire Lines" +1
A shrug of a record—dreamy, muted, and fine. Some nice textures, a consistent vibe. It’s easy to like, but just as easy to forget. Pleasant enough while it’s on. One of the 1000 albums to hear before you die? Only if you’re out of time and there’s nothing else around.
How have i not heard of this band? Listened to this twice - awesome SP vibes!
fine
My vibe, my tribe.
Enjoyed that
Liked it, not heard it before, pretty dark and moody
A perfect example of dark indie that I absolutely love but that has passed me by when i was 22 years old in 2010. Lovely to visit.
- Totally pleasant, but I have listened to this album a half-dozen times now (typically while working) and I am not sure I could say anything distinguishing about it. It washes over you...not sure if that is a good thing or a bad thing. - I think "Revival" is my favorite?
Curious vibe. Only ever really listened to agoraphobia by them and thought it was good, this wasn't as amazing except for a few good songs.
Weird and different, but not in a good way. Did not like the opening song at ad ll, and it didn’t really improve from there.
pretty good, i was not paying that much attention tbh but would listen again. good background working music
Couple decent upbeat songs but too much depressing bs
It’s not bad. Not overly memorable, but wasn’t a chore to listen to. 2.5/5 Probably won’t listen again
Worth listening to the whole album, good sequencing
quite pleasant actually
There are a lot of indie rock bands that fall into this category. It’s a genre I really enjoy, so that’s not a knock—but many bands tend to sound alike and don’t do much to stand out. Deerhunter kind of falls into that group. There are some great songs on this album, but too many tracks just blend together. For me, they’re more of a playlist band than an album band. The problem is, a 3 feels a bit too harsh, but a 4 feels a little too generous.
Very enjoyable record and one I’ll return to. Easy to listen to end to end. A defined sound that didn’t get tedious which could be a tendency with the kind of vibe, vocals, and instrumentation.
I don't remember liking this when it came out. Enjoyed it a lot more on this listen.
Hard one to rate. It's not bad at all, and parts of it are pretty good. Should really be a 3.5, but that's not an option. I've been hard on albums lately, I'll bump it up.
This is a strong 3, borderline 4. I like a few of the tracks: "Earthquake", "Desire Lines", "Helicopter". I like both the tunes and some of the unique sounds. The rest of the tracks are fine.
This one really landed for me, and I might even rank it higher in the long run. (But, alas, changing ratings is not allowed.) A lot of it feels like music from an earlier time, beamed into space, bounced off a satellite near Neptune, only to return home warped, echoy and more compelling than it departed.
This band (and album) completely passed me by despite apparently putting out music when I would have still been squarely into the indie scene. That said, the Spotify algorithm put 'Desire Lines' on my radar and I've got several songs from this album on various playlists. I wish I liked the whole album as much as I like a handful of songs. While a few tracks give a Grizzly Bear feel, his vocals aren't as strong and they veer from dreamy into sleepy (an admittedly fine line) more often than not. Maybe a high 3, but rounding up since this is a nice relief from the last few weeks of dreck.
This was quite enjoyable.
It didn’t hold my interest for very long. I listened to the whole album but at a point with nothing to latch onto it just became background.
4/30/25. First time listening to Deerhunter, reminded me of more modern Jangle Pop with a lot of today's indie sensibilities. Some good songs here.
Deerhunter - one of the most hipster bands of the last decade surely, so no surprise to see them here.
Some looong songs but I don’t even hate it because the album was a vibe. Obviously indie. Would be cool to listen to while high. Quite repetitive but felt like listening to mantras. Definitely interesting to listen to.
Indie, with psychedelic sound. Nice atmosphere. Reminds me of Beatles in places but more psychedelic. Some folk elements. Some places sounds like KGLW Oddments with slow reverb heavy psych songs (Helicopter) Best Track - Helicopter/He Would Have Laughed
I just really liked it
some interesting tracks, some good tracks, i enjoyed the closer track a lot
I liked helicopter — the rest meandered and was pretty boring.
Didn't know what to expect. Not a bad album.
Honestly, it’s just meh. Not bad, not great. So I’ll damn it with the worst review - a 2. Too boring to think about again.
Started off slow, but I really got into this after the fourth track or so. The complexity and beauty creeps up on you. I’m surprised such a subtle album was noticed enough to make this list.
Exactly what I thought this band should sound like. The last song was the best, but nothing else stood out to me. Middle of the road.
Another bog-standard indie rock record from the last 15 years. This one is a little bit dreamier and a bit more psychedelic than your average. There are some highlights in ‘Coronado’, ‘Fountain Stairs’ and ‘Desire Lines’, so it’s not all bad, but overall while it’s pleasant enough when on, it doesn’t linger much in the memory once it’s over.
.. I don't know.. was a new one for me... has some good and "ok"s. I think you may find something here.
Yet another indie shoegaze band. 🥱 Easily my least favorite genre and one that I did not even know existed before my 1001 Albums project started. Thanks for nothing Dimery.
Deerhunter's "Halcyon Digest" is a blend conventional indie rock with influences from 1960s pop, predominantly leaning towards the former while significantly drawing from the latter such as on tracks like "Basement Scene" and "Fountain Stairs." The album features several decent songs, including "Memory Boy," and "Desire Lines." In general, the album is filled with decent, yet unremarkable, tracks, however, the vocalist's delivery often comes across as bored or disinterested, Overall, the album is decent, but not exceptional.
I've tried to get into these guys but something's missing here. It just isn't clicking with me.
4,3/5. Erg verrast door dit album. Grote hoogtepunten en interessante soundscapes. Erg "eery" atmosfeer gevuld met rauwe emotie. Afwisselend korte nummers zoals revival en memory boy, tot wat langere meer uitgewerkte stukken zoals destiny lines en he would have laughed. Ook medium length nummers zoals coronado en basement scene zijn uitblinkers op hun eigen manier. Moest het een paar keer luisteren voordat ik wende aan de hele "vibe" van het album, maar als ik het nu zo terugluister zit er geen slecht nummer tussen, hoewel sommige meer uitblinken. Hoogtepunten zijn voor mij destiny lines, revival, coronado en he would have laughed.
Very distorted and beautiful album, something to zone off to, rather than actively listen. Songs do blend together a little bit, but to me this enhances the experience
Sounds like retro 60s updated. I’d rather listen to the 60s.
A band I have never heard of before - and it did not start well - thought first couple of tracks quite unremarkable and dirgy. Things improved when the tempo picked up and I particularly enjoyed Memory Boy and Fountain Stairs. Unfortunately am playing catch up so have only listened to it 3 times and I'm sure with repeated listening it would grow on me more. Currently I am 5/10 and will give benefit of doubt and round up as I think its a grower.
Halcyon Digest Some moments of sweetness in a hypnotic indie-shoegaze-sonic youth way, but it suffers from being cut from the same cloth as a lot of US alt/indie from that late 00s, Pitchfork, droney, tom-tom heavy era, a style I’ve never really got on that well with. It’s perfectly adequate, but despite picking up over the last 3 songs it’s also perfectly unremarkable. While listening there were songs and parts I liked, but after I finished I couldn’t really recall anything, other than the very Jesus & Mary Chain Fountain Stairs and the synthy-bubbly He Would Have Laughed It’s fine, but really I can’t ever see myself revisiting so I’ll go for a perhaps slightly harsh 2. 🦌🎯 Playlist submission: Fountain Stairs
It's the sort of album that reveals more with every listen. An album with a consistently shimmering feel that conveys a sense of nostalgia, without losing sight of its strong pop melodies. It flits from film noir to lo-fi pop, and whilst the latter category sometimes ends up feeling like a demo, overall you're left with a very pleasing album with some soaring highlights.
This is one of those albums that feels like it was made by truly talented musicians that wanted to do something a little different, but not just for the sake of being different.
Pretentious. Bleh
Really good, almost minimalist in the first half and picks up like a snow ball throughout. Then it ends with He Would Have Laughed which is an incredible song.
Perfectly adequate indie rock. Has no soul though. Not essential listening.
Very indie-rock vibes. Was nice to have on as background music, but nothing really grabbed me. That's sometimes how I feel about the genre as a whole though there are of course bands and songs I like a lot individually.
Lovely, dreamy indie music. I'd forgotten how good this is. No skips, but misses one or two standouts to take it to a 5
I agree with a lot of the other reviews here. This is pretty straight forward indie music from late 2000s, early 2010s. Not bad. Better than some indie stuff I've heard.
I'm not as blown away by this album as many seem to be, but I often find a lot of indie music from the 10's to be fairly toothless in a lot of ways. I do not find this album toothless in that way, entirely, but the back third starts to go that direction. The first 2/3rd's has a lot more pop hooks than I was expecting, and the music is a great mix of shoegazey indie semi-noisy rock.
3.5
This was a new discovery for me—I’d never heard of Halcyon Digest or Deerhunter before. That’s surprising, considering 2000–2010 indie was right in my wheelhouse. Somehow, this one just slipped through the cracks. Overall, the album leans toward fairly standard indie rock. It didn’t blow me away, but there were definitely standout moments. “Memory Boy” and “Desire Lines” caught my attention and hinted at something more interesting beneath the surface. While Halcyon Digest didn’t fully land for me, there’s something about the band that makes me want to dig deeper. I’ll definitely be checking out their back catalogue. Favorite tracks: “Memory Boy,” “Desire Lines” Least favorite: “Don’t Cry,” “Revival,” “Sailing” Album artwork: Cool cover—eye-catching and distinctive.
Une belle surprise, mystérieux et original
Just an excellent and beautiful indie record from the early 2010s. So much music from that time feels so dated, but this feels timeless for some reason. A perfect blend of psychedelic pop, dream pop, and noise. Enjoyed this so much more than I thought it would, and given the makeup of the bulk of this list, I found it very refreshing. Great record.
Not bad ... I listened to the whole thing, then went looking for more. Like - what else have they done? Good music to listen to while working.
There were moments where it almost lost me but the second half of the album was stronger than the first(other than the second one which was the best of the bunch), feels like a 2010's indie rock album a nice discovery to have. 8/10 Coronado and Don't Cry were my highlights. Album cover is weird
very chill asexual album to have on in the background. it sounds like a lot of other good things, and that's good. you want that.
a heartwarming 3.5
8/10 Really lovely Indie Rock record with some AnCo worship that works really well. I love the production and atmosphere of the whole record, mixing Psychedelia and Dream Pop to create some hypnotic and beautiful tunes. Even though there’s a bit of more mellow and less memorable moments on the album, they are still able to be a “vibe”, and the best tracks are still manage to be some of the best songs of that era. shoutout asexual people, they got some bangers
Lovely, lovely Deerhunter, with their 2010 sound. What is it about this year (it's the fact that Veckatemist is never more than 5mm from my mind) that makes it so instantly recognisable? Anyway, it's great, somewhere in the field of dream pop, but with a little electronic sound in the mix. Really liked it thanks.
An absolute pear of an album. Memories become pearls of pain and desire to shape the past around pain and what could have been but wasn’t. A wondrous collection gets better over time.
★½
Okayish indie rock/pop album. A lot of whiny/airy/boring tracks, but a few decent spots make for an okay album. Could definitely have trimmed some fat and made a much better 25 min EP. Top tracks: Desire Lines, Helicopter
Incredible album. The atmosphere here is one of a kind. I still don't even really know where this album takes me when I listen to it
Originally I thought this would be more diverse and interest than it turned out to be. Shame. Memory Boy is pretty catchy, but the album is pretty same-samey and generic. I swear there's actual duplicate songs in this. 2/5 stars.
Overall pretty enjoyable, mix of indie/psychedelic and more ambient music. Quite varied.
Enjoyable besides 3 songs.
Loved it - great atmospheric tunes and lyrics - thanks :))
This was actually a very cool album, it reminded me of Arcade Fire/Pavement in places but loved the variety of instrumentation and lackadaisical vocals. Probably one I wouldn’t have picked but will be diving into more Deer Hunter - it’s an album I think you can get lost in, but can also have on in the background.
Звучит прикольно необычно
aesthetically v cryptic particularly on a first listen but the tracklist rly seems to come more and more into focus as it advances. i like the motif of references to Memory and Remembrance because thats often what navigating this feels like...great balance here between the atmospheric hazes and the emotive melodies. feels like a record that should b changing people's brain chemistry when they find it at just the right time in their lives, tho to what im not sure. but certainly a lot of great songs, imaginatively arranged both in literal arrangement and in the involving and changing shape of the tracklist
This is very good stuff. Weirdly, though I’ve always been about music like this, even in the 2010s, I haven’t dug into Deerhunter much. I might have to rectify that.
I really liked it! I didn’t expect to, but it was good!
2.5 - nothing fantastic. Pretty drab and inoffensive
Not my kind of pace
Wow was not expecting Deerhunter. I live between Atlanta and Athens so this one definitely has a local personal connection to me. David Barbe also worked on this one who is a legend in the Athens music community (his band Mercyland sound eerily like Green Day but came a bit earlier). I've never listened to this one all the way through but it was fantastic. I played it again and the songs were even better on a second listen. Rating: 4.8
3.5
Well I though I was going to like this more given my affinity to psych, but I found that's at as a pure psych band, they were a lesser Flaming Lips and as a 60s psych pop revival band, XTC did way better. My favorite song "Desire Lines" pretty much reminded me of an X&Y era Coldplay. Songs like "Saling" "Basement Scene" and put me on the struggle bus for this album, the former being a new form of torture, I've found. But where is is strong, it pull it out of its low spot pretty well. (7.45) ★★★½
Like quite a few of the tracks, but jot something that really grabs me too much. 3.5 stars
I like this album a lot, but I think it has maybe the most questionable start of any great album I can think of. The 1-2 non-punch of "Earthquake" and "Don't Cry" are perhaps the worst way they could've started this album, and I wouldn't blame people if they bailed at this point. However, on track 3, we finally get cookin'. I think they have a pretty cool aesthetic. Much like Panda Bear, it's sort of a modern psychedelic twist on surfy 60s music. Highlights for me are "Revival", "Desire Lines", "Helicopter", and "Coronado". 4.5 stars.
3.5
On balance a pretty nice, lush n scraggy procession of Pitchfork indie psyche pop. Some cool combinations of tones like on the dankly celestial opener Earthquake which has tingly harp-like guitar over a crushingly slow n whooshy glitch beat that does amass somewhat epically. Album isn’t exactly banger loaded and the music n drab singing does get a bit too threadbare and tumbleweedish at times but there are enough interesting highlights and overall it is still quite a cool n quirky listen.
The Good: We’ve got an Oscar winner! The Bad: It did not win an Oscar for best musical score… The Ugly: It did not get nominated for a Grammy either… I’ve said it once, I will say it twice, and might even repeate it thrice to bring across the message: not much good has been produced post 2000s, and this album, IMHO, proves my words to be wise and true… Why do I have to listen to this “sonic exploration” of the “Indie canon”? The previous according to music critics… who also happened to rank this album as #3 between 2010-2014 according to Pitchfork… well, if they didn’t rank the album Albatross #1 the list is absolute garbage. So, Lo-Fi… not my thing. Deerhunter, not my jam. Halcyon Digest, after three listens, not to be listened to ever again. 2* for effort, as I reserve 1* for Rap...
I honestly don't know how to rate this. On the first listen I was like eh it's pretty generic. But then I listened a second time and was really drawn in by some of the background elements. But overall, nothing spectacular stood out to me. They kind of all sounded the same. I keep listening to it and my brain keeps refusing to acknowledge that these are indeed 11 different songs. Anyways, it could be a vibe for certain situations, I think the first track was the best, not great and not terrible so I guess it gets a 3.
begint redelijk maar verzand in gepriegel en navelstaarderij... vocals doen ook geen goed voor de muziek... instant vergeetbaar
6.5/10 fave: desire lines
1 stern
Good chill rock. Was close to a 5
Some interesting moments and some that drag.
Not for me
Awesome
I came, I listened, and I came up with the most redeeming observation I can muster: This one was a bit better than the last two.
One that might grow on me with time, as I like a lot of their indie rock contemporaries but never really took the time to get into Deerhunter. Didn't blow me away, but I might return to this one.
Någorlunda hyggligt album.
Wait this isn't their funny name album? Favourite Songs: Earthquake, Revival, Desire Lines, Helicopter. Least Favourite Songs: Don't Cry, Fountain Stairs.
Loved the intro to this which overpromised slightly on the rest of the album. The songs are good and have great arrangements. Unfortunately, they couldn't hold my attention and began to melt together.
Totally unremarkable.
The more I listen to this album the more I like it. I should try listening to their other stuff.
Chill album with some not so traditional sounding songs, I enjoyed this one.
This album grew on me as it went on. I think I'll really enjoy it after repeated listens.
2.75 Interesting, but not terribly memorable.
Hipster shoegaze rock that doesn't separate itself from the endless drivel of hipster shoegaze rock in this era. I think I heard this album in the film 500 DAYS OF BOREDOM. Every community had a band like this. Nothing special.
Really like this mix of alternative. Lots to come come back for on this album
Excellent use of psychedelia, good musical ideas executed well, and lots of rewarding sonic layers. Going to put this in the rotation
Very chill and pleasant, maybe too anodyne
Dreamy and relaxing. Has an alternative, lo-fi, indie core vibe to it. The opening track Earthquake is a gorgeous instrumentally lush track. Loved the heartfelt balladry of Sailing. Rest of the songs were mid. Also the hard cut at the end...what's with that?
A couple songs I really liked that had a dreampop feel to them but the rest of the album while not bad at all was just OK kinda boring indie rock vocals. I'll likely never listen to this band again.
En vrai, pour être honnête, on pourrait dire, et même plus encore, que, toujours selon ma personne, ont se retrouve, dans le sens d'ici et de maintenant; de manière métaphorique, il s'en va de soit, que nous (nous, ici et maintenant, de manière toujours métaphorique, incorpore à la fois le lecteur et l'écrivain (dans ce cas, moi-même)), devant cet album, nous (lecteur et l'écrivain, idem quoi!) ressentons, permettez moi l'expression: «que c'est quand même cool comme zique, mais genre... tsé, comme?»
Definitely rewards patient listening. Some songs that seem drab and uninteresting often build layer by layer until you're in a well developed soundscape by the time you realise the song had moved on from it's beginnings. Still other songs follow your dad's verse/chorus/verse music and that's fine too. It gives you a rest. All low key indie vibes. I'd listen again if I wasn't in the mood for excitement. Three stars.
Really
Was just not in the mood for this, and skipped most of the songs half way through, when it was clear it just wasn't something I liked.
easily got lost in the background could i write poetry to this? n
The musical equivalent of plain, white, unflavored yogurt. Cultured, yet formless, colorless, and flavorless. Too easily confused with late-00's/early-10's Indie groups Deer Tick and Dearhoof. Give it an extra half-star because this album was engineered by David Barbe, the former bassist for Sugar.
I've heard this before and actually like a few of the songs. But it's nothing special. There's tons of indie bands that sound just like this.
Not really for me.
Great album. Never once wanted to skip a song or wish it was over
лютая имба, очень зашло. добавил альбик и сохранил несколько треков.
Ok, I have never heard of Deerhunter before this album and had no idea what to piece together what I was getting into. For some reason, I thought it was going to be some overly long showcase album filled with nothing but slow songs that chug on forever. What I ended up getting, however, was indie rock. Surprisingly catchy indie rock. This was a pleasant surprise. It’s a sort of weird balance between this mellow ethereal pop and catchy alt indie beats. Sure, it’s definitely very indie… maybe too indie. And it might be a bit full of itself. But overall this was pretty good. Nice first impression from Deerhunter, hope that there’s some more from them here. Favorite track: Helicopter Other hits: Revival, Don’t Cry, Desire Lines, Memory Boy, Fountain Stairs, Coronado, He Would Have Laughed
Really cool. I gotta give this a few more listens.
Ethereal, groovy, and just the right amount of spookiness. Kinda like some sorta lost David Lynch soundtrack. I mean, it’s pretentious and twee, too, and I don’t know if I’d listen every day. But the melodies sure are hauntingly beautiful.
I think other Deerhunter albums deserve a spot on 1001 over this one. it’s not bad but it feels pretty mild overall tonally. I like indie rock as much as the next guy, but nothing is majorly moving the needle here.
nothing grabbed on this one, just meh
Favorite one so far
Not unlistenable; I liked a couple of tracks but I can't understand why it's on this list beyond somebody insisting on another change for the new edition and this being released the same week. Rightfully, I've never heard of Deerhunter or this album.
Revival Desire Lines Helicopter
Enjoyed it. Not sure what puts it into 1001.
Couple good tracks, but not anything on here that's life changing.
if i could give this perfect album a thousand stars out of 5 i would give it a million.
Look, english ain't my first language so I sometumes strugle to undertand whaterver it is that someone is singing. I didn't understand a word in this album... my fault (listened twice). Yeah, a 6.
Some good some bad
It was alright. Not my favourite Deerhunter album. Some parts were good, some were just there.
Приятный голос, но альбом как по мне достаточно проходной
3 stars
Not all songs work, but it's a very interesting album full of ideas. Favs: Helicopter / Coronado / He Would Have Laughed
Dreamy indie pop psych enhanced by walking around in the unreality of noise cancelling headphones phones.
Es un indie bastante oscuro que tiene bastantes recursos. Me gustó.
Thought I wouldn’t like it after hearing the first two tracks, but it got better and the second half of the album slapped. Helicopter was my favorite!
It was good but I didn't find it special
I’ve heard much worse on this list, but this isn’t good.
The album was ok - but nothing more. It didn't catch me. It was quite interesting to have heard it once. But that's enough. 3/5
Not sure what to expect here. Hm, Im rather enjoying this thus far. Yeah this was good!! 4 stars.
Its very good but I sort of wonder will I ever listen to it again.
Alt-pop music that didn't leave much to chew on.
This is... interesting, but three stars interesting I reckon. I might go back to it though, not sure how to feel about it yet
2,5
I found this pretty average and kind of generic. Nothing really stood out for me. I cannot see myself listening to this again. it was ok. 2 of the last 3 songs were good
Not my vibe, muchacho
I think I need to do another listen LOL but I was bored.
I really really want to love this album. At the time it was raved about and as a band they're adjacent to so much stuff I like. But there's just something meh about it to me. I don't dislike it but it just literally washes over me. Which makes it above a 1, but not sure it's a 2.
Unfamiliar previously
I didn't know what to expect with the Diane Arbus-ish cover. What a great surprise this was.
good enough indie rock
Some nice stuff in there, but not enough to keep me feeling entertained or even interested.
This is really good. Really strong songs. Very well written with a lot of emotion and care clearly throughout the entire process. I enjoy this a lot. This album came out fifteen years ago and still feels fresh and new. Nowhere on the album is there a song that stands out as incredibly exciting, but they are all fantastic. Love it. 4/5
I’m sure I have listened to this before, and I wouldn’t be resistant to listening to it again, but it’s not a particular standout. I didn’t recall any of the songs and didn’t hum any of the tunes later. It is competent, well-played indie. Listenable, enjoyable even, some interesting electronic noises, but not essential.
thoroughly enjoyed the album. Apart from the first song, it was very easy to listen to. The first song starts off slightly dark but the rest of the album was very calming. Would listen to again
This album is very chill. So chill in fact that it is better describes as boring.
We get it, you're cool. Too cool to try, too cool to care, too cool to even lift your head up. Wait, are you dead?
Melancholic and a little drab. Not the most inspiring but I could see it being good for introspection. Better than some other indie shoe-gazey stuff but nothing hit home for me.
I don't think I'm sad enough for this
This might be the only band on the list who I've seen live. Was very surprised to see these guys on here, but I'm really happy they included this one. I think they're really underrated. Some songs are reeeeally good and some are a little weaker. Still a veery solid 4. Might be a little biased tho :)
2.5 stars, fine but nothing special for me
Alright I guess
Found this a good album, with desire lines and a real high point and an amazing song. However, a lot of the album blended into one. Will try revisit it again and see if it grows over time
Hard going.
It isn't bad it's just not piquing my interest at all, just really bland
Couldn’t really get in to this, felt a bit flat and boring
Even the band sounded bored. 2 okay songs
Their masterpiece. An album that I loved the moment it came out for the emotional depth to both the songwriting and the production which marries that garage rock and dream pop sound so perfectly.
*Halcyon Digest*, the fifth studio album by American indie rock band Deerhunter, was released on September 27, 2010, to widespread critical acclaim [2, 3]. The album is known for its unique blend of pop sensibilities with the band's experimental and psychedelic roots [1, 4, 6]. It is considered a significant work in their discography and a defining album of the 2010s indie rock scene [2, 6]. **Themes** *Halcyon Digest* explores the themes of nostalgia, memory, and the passage of time [3, 5]. The album's title itself refers to a collection of fond, and sometimes invented, memories, reflecting how people rewrite their pasts into a "digest version" of what they want to remember [3, 6]. This idea permeates the album, with lyrics often touching on the romanticization of the past, even if that past was not necessarily positive [3, 5]. The songs also delve into the ennui of adulthood, loneliness, and the search for meaning [2, 4]. The album also touches on themes of mortality and the struggle of growing older [2, 4]. **Music** The album showcases a shift from Deerhunter's earlier noise-rock sound towards a more refined pop aesthetic [2, 1, 4]. While still retaining their experimental nature, *Halcyon Digest* features more melodic and structured songs, often incorporating elements of 1960s pop [1]. The album's sound is characterized by its dreamy, ethereal textures, with shimmering guitars, reverb-drenched vocals, and subtle electronic elements [2, 4]. The songs range from upbeat and catchy tunes to more introspective and melancholic pieces, creating a dynamic listening experience [1]. Some notable songs: * **"Revival"**: The lead single, is an upbeat track with a summery vibe, showcasing the band's pop sensibilities with a clunky rhythm reminiscent of 1980s artists [1]. * **"Memory Boy"**: A Byrdsian power-pop track that evokes the golden age of 1960s pop [1]. * **"Basement Scene"**: A song with a familiar proximity to The Everly Brothers' "All I Have To Do Is Dream" [1]. * **"Helicopter"**: A dreamy and wistful song with swirling and washing sounds, considered a highlight of the album [1, 4]. * **"Coronado"**: A track that is comparable to The Strokes, accompanied by saxophone, adding a unique touch to the album [1]. * **"Desire Lines"**: A straightforward moment on the album with Interpol-esque guitar lines, addressing the challenges of growing older [1]. * **"He Would Have Laughed"**: A tribute to the late Jay Reatard, this song explores feelings of boredom and the search for meaning [1, 2]. * **"Sailing"**: A haunting, slow, and clean tune with a memorable chorus that evokes feelings of loneliness [8]. The album displays a wide range of styles, incorporating elements of dream-pop, shoegaze, and psychedelic rock [2, 4, 6]. The band's ability to seamlessly blend these different influences contributes to the album's unique and captivating sound [4, 6]. **Lyrics** Bradford Cox's lyrics on *Halcyon Digest* are often introspective and evocative, contributing to the album's thematic depth [4]. The lyrics often portray images of hopeful children and bored adults seeking salvation [4]. They also touch on themes of loneliness, mortality, and the challenges of growing older [2, 4]. While sometimes obscured by reverb, the lyrics add to the overall mood and tone of the album [4]. There is a sense of vulnerability and honesty in Cox's writing, which resonates with listeners [2, 7]. The lyrics often play with the themes of memory, and how our recollections can be altered, "a digest version of what we want to remember" [3, 6]. Additionally, some of the lyrics and riffs are a product of automatic writing, lending to the album's sometimes-subjective nature [8]. **Production** The production of *Halcyon Digest* is a key element of its success. The album was produced by the band and Ben H. Allen, and it was recorded at Chase Park Transduction studios in Athens, Georgia [3, 6]. Allen's production work is noted for its ability to soften the band's more abrasive tendencies while retaining their mystique [6]. The album has a warm and organic sound, with a focus on atmosphere and texture [1]. The use of reverb and other effects creates a dreamy, otherworldly feel that enhances the album's themes [1, 4]. The production allows the different musical elements to blend together cohesively, creating a rich and immersive listening experience [2]. **Influence** *Halcyon Digest* has been influential within the indie rock scene, cementing Deerhunter's place as a significant band [6]. The album's blend of pop sensibilities with experimental elements has been praised by critics and fans alike [2, 4, 6]. Its themes of nostalgia and memory have resonated with listeners, making it a timeless work [5, 6]. The album has been compared to other influential bands, such as Pavement, and it is considered a part of the indie rock canon [1, 3]. *Halcyon Digest* has also influenced the band's subsequent work, with some of their later albums continuing to explore similar themes and musical styles [6]. **Pros** * **Unique Sound:** The album successfully blends pop, psychedelic, and experimental elements into a cohesive and captivating sound [1, 4, 6]. * **Thematic Depth:** The themes of nostalgia, memory, and the passage of time are explored in a thoughtful and engaging way [3, 5]. * **Strong Songwriting:** The album features a collection of well-crafted songs, ranging from catchy pop tunes to introspective ballads [1, 2]. * **Excellent Production:** The production creates a warm, atmospheric sound that enhances the album's overall mood [1, 4]. * **Emotional Resonance**: The lyrics and music evoke a wide range of emotions, from joy to melancholy, creating a lasting impact on the listener [2, 4]. * **Critical Acclaim**: The album received widespread critical acclaim and is considered one of the best albums of 2010 [2, 3, 6]. **Cons** * **Subjective Lyrics**: The automatic writing style of the lyrics may not appeal to all listeners, and may make some of the songs seem disjointed [8]. * **Reverb-Heavy Production:** While atmospheric, the heavy use of reverb can sometimes obscure the lyrics, which may frustrate some listeners [4]. * **Subdued Energy:** Some listeners may find the album's generally mellow tone to be lacking in energy compared to some of Deerhunter's earlier work [1, 2]. * **Not Consistently Psychedelic**: Although there are psychedelic aspects, this is not the most experimental or psychedelic record in the band's discography, and may disappoint listeners seeking something more overtly experimental [8]. * **Not For Everyone:** The mix of styles and themes may not appeal to all listeners, and it may require multiple listens to fully appreciate [2, 6]. **Conclusion** *Halcyon Digest* is a significant album in Deerhunter's discography, showcasing the band's ability to evolve while retaining their unique identity [2, 6]. Its blend of pop sensibilities with experimental elements, combined with its introspective lyrics and thematic depth, has made it a lasting work [1, 4, 5]. While it may not appeal to all listeners, its unique qualities and emotional resonance make it a worthwhile experience [2, 6]. The album stands as a testament to Deerhunter's creativity and their ability to craft music that is both thought-provoking and captivating [1, 2].
It’s my first time hearing of Deerhunter. It’s the epitome of American 00’s indie. Quite repetitive and drone-like at times. I enjoyed Memory Boy the most.
I've always liked what I've heard from Deerhunter. Feels like a solid representstion of the late 2010s indie music scene. So Ivknew a couple of these songs, but there were some new ones too. Earthquake in particular was a lot of fun. Dream pop that really carries you away (kind of sounds like something from the game Tunic). I think this will be the song I save since it was so new to me. But my favorite on the album is probably Desire Lines, particularly the last minute or so. Solid album.
Parts of this were great (Desire Lines is monumental) others were very boring. But quite enjoyed it in general, needs more listens. This could have got any score but I’ll go down the middle 3.25/5
This was a mixed bag, desire lines was an absolute banger but a lot of it didn’t hit. May score higher or lower on relisten and probably needs a bit more time
Ethereal indie rock, it gets a little lost in the noise on some me songs. I can appreciate what they were working towards, and it does land on a few tracks, but much of the album is just there and absent of emotional reaction. The atmospheric nature is nice and relaxing, albeit not engaging. Perhaps if they had polished this a bit more?
very good album.....
Not unpleasant, but this type of music never really grabbed me. I liked a few tracks, but found that it mostly faded into the background.
Boring indie excess
not sure i love it but very solid
2 Stars (5/15)
01) Earthquake - 8,0 02) Don't Cry - 7,5 03) Revival - 8,0 04) Sailing - 7,0 05) Memory Boy - 7,5 06) Desire Lines - 7,0 07) Basement Scene - 7,0 08) Helicopter - 7,5 09) Fountain Stairs - 7,0 10) Coronado - 7,0 11) He Would Have Laughed - 7,0 TOTAL: 7,32 (73/100) Current ranking: 233/432
By all indications I thought this was going to be edgier. Idk, it was just slap bang in the middle of indie so much that it felt... neutral. At some point in the middle of this I stopped to watch that video of a mushroom playing the keyboard and I was more musically invested in that
Need to listen to this one more. Enjoyed it overall, but also wasn't blown away. Standout Tracks: - Revival - Don't Cry - Desire Lines - Coronado
Mellow with some fun gems.
I can tell that this is art, but it is not art that I like
Another great modern minor classic. This hasn't really left the rotation since it came out. 4.5 🌟
lovely lovely. i always associate deerhunter with gen (they are her favorite band and her fanfiction handle is a song title of theirs lol) so i am fond of them for that reason alone, but i also think this is a beautiful record. i love the wistful tone both in the music and the lyrics. bradford cox is a really interesting guy, extremely idiosyncratic and obsessive—he’s influenced gen’s writing a lot, so i kinda listen to deerhunter as an extension of her work/mind rather than the other way around… my only thing is that sometimes this record feels a little pedestrian, like more or less bog standard 2010s indie rock but as i’ve mentioned before that is an aesthetic bias of mine that i find really hard to ignore. i think the album is strong enough to bypass the association in the end though. fav tracks: don’t cry; basement scene; he would have laughed; desire lines; coronado; helicopter
very beautiful!! I really enjoyed that. Idk why I'm at such a loss for words with my reviews lately but whatever. i'm just vibing out to everything with no comprehensive thoughts for some reason... Fav tracks: Don't Cry, Basement Scene, Helicopter
This was alright, I think, I’ve listened to it twice and I can’t remember any of it, except that the last song ended abruptly, and had a great name
Nothing moved me here - not gonna be coming back to Halcyon Digest by Deerhunter
Very chill vibes. Could put on as background music, but not intentionally in my ears
This wasn't "bad". It wasn't "good" either. It was exceedingly bland. Dullness writ large. "Desire Lines" is the perfect example. Each phrase lasts just long enough to be irritating. A generous 2/5.
09/01/25 This was definitely not the album I wanted to listen to on the way into work or going home. So wet.
Halcyon Digest is an album you don’t want to end as it’s roots within dream pop and shoegaze mixed with ethereal indie guitar music send you into a beautiful trance.
Amazing album! Love the music, love the vibe, love the often weird lyrics.
7/10. Inconsistent - But really loved some parts instrumentally
Nothing special dreampop album. Some good songs mixed with forgettable ones.
Nice indie
It’s fairly inoffensive indie Nothing to take against Nothing to particularly fall in love with either
Deeply nostalgic for some period in time when everything was grainy and sunny.
I didn't care for this album
Not a bad indie album, but I never felt like it was offering anything new to me. I felt like I had heard it before. And I had to laugh when “he would have laughed”sounded like “Satellite”.
Some fine music, and I could get into the more up tempo songs in particular. But, this fits well on a list of “1001 Albums That Are Fine to Hear Before You Die.” Not “must.” That’s the problem with trying to add new albums every year. But that’s not Deerhunter’s fault. Enjoy!
pretty alright, no complaints. I enjoyed the album but I'd Love to know some context from the guy who made 1001 must listen albums about why this one in particular. My main takeaway is how usually when I say an album doesn't sound like it was made the year it was made, I am talking about how an old album sounds like it could have been made very recently. This didn't sound like a 2010 album because I would have assumed it was a good bit older. Whether that makes it stale or an homage to the Zombies is a matter of taste
Don’t Cry - because it’s over, enjoy that it happened (idk the saying) I really like the vibe of this. The guitars have a sort of classic feel to them, some cool effects going on, and some unique percussion sounds. It’s a sort of album you can get lost in while doing something else that doesn’t draw your attention away too much, only a little. Like driving or doing some chores.
Had the weird experience where I was sure I had listened to at least some of this album before but then the only thing that was familiar was the intro to "Revival" - 2010s indie sleaze, I was there but I missed this one I guess! Nice tunes.
Esoteric music to take a walk to, enjoyable enough, but a must hear? Not to me
Fav song: Helicopter Moody and interesting the whole time. I enjoyed this one a lot, really up my street.
With a band name like Deerhunter I expect either country or prog metal, and this isn't either of those things. I know, don't judge a band by the name, but I don't think it really fits and in a weird way it takes some of my perceived authenticity away. Would I be happier if I believed they hunted deer literally. No. What's my point? No. Now on to the actual album. There wasn't much here for me. It was a quiet, slow and somewhat boring listen. When I was getting into a track that I wanted to at least check the name of to see if I wanted to list it as one of my favorites on the album or remember, then it brought up drug references and as much grief as I gave about the band name I just can't get behind the idea of a non drug user liking a song by a band that likely doesn't hunt deer. Sometimes an album just doesn't click and that is ok. Favorite track "Fountain Stairs" 2/5
4/5. The aesthetic of this album alone is impressive, the sonic emptiness, feeling alone yet totally surrounded. I don't think this is a perfect album since some of the songs don't keep me interested but it is a more complex album than just indie pop so I do plan on revisiting. From what I did here, it was great. Best Song: Memory Boy, Desire Lines, He Would Have Laughed
I think this is a slight step down from Microcastle, but it’s still a very cool album. It plays up a bit of the psychedelic take on 50s style ballads, like in Basement Scene, and has the evocative layers of shimmering guitar that we expect from this band.
beach house vibes
Generic 2000s indie rock. Insert in a generic 2000s indie film about growing up in a small town.
I really wanted to give this a low rating because the vocals are very obviously bland and half-baked. But the instrumental's pretty good on most tracks, and it's enough to counterbalance the singing to create an overall neutral/slightly good listening experience. But certain parts of the instrumental are better than others. The chord progressions are engaging, and the percussion (whether acoustic or electronic) is pretty fire. Deerhunter is clearly great at creating an atmosphere, a setting for the plot to unfold. I'm normally partial to bass playing, but the bass is a little repetitive even for my taste. The guitar lines sometimes sound a bit like something from Create A Sim mode (exhibit A: Desire Lines) but that's by no means a bad thing. Overall, the vocals are holding the music back severely here. This seems to be a common occurrence on this list. 3/5 Key tracks: Revival, Desire Lines, Helicopter
My kinds of indie. Specifically the sound bath and acoustic-plinky-plonky-talking varieties. Perfectly of its time (2010), made me think of Parachutes and Eyes Open and In Rainbows and Wolfgang Amadeus Phoenix, hinting at Coast Modern. e.g., Sailing, Desire Lines (Coldplay), Basement Scenes (Radiohead), Helicopter, He Would Have Laughed This week. Was fire.
Desire Lines is a good song and is the best one on this album. The rest of the album is fine. That's it, not horrible, or fantastic, just fine.
2.9 Kinda oversold the record in the wiki synopsis (universally critically acclaimed). Didnt hate it but felt a bit slow in parts. The wiki synopsis mentioned a song was a tribute to Jay Reatard, Checked him out, was good
The first song was terrible, I thought hoo boy, another album full of this noisy shoegaze shit. But the rest was actually decent and listenable. I would prefer if it was just instrumental to be honest, the music was better than the vocals. Stand-out: Desire Lines
I've heard about this band for years and not really stopped to listen, I really enjoyed their sound. An indie sound by very interesting.
Dull as ditch water
As far as indie pop goes, this was more enjoyable than most. A lot of these bands sacrificed compelling musicality for adhering to what was popular at the time, but Deerhunter seemed to escape mostly intact.
If you like Arcade Fire and Radiohead but can’t afford a ticket, this would be a nice low-cal alternative . Not bad, but not terribly memorable.
Evidence that there was a lack of good music in 2010.
I was as bored listening to this album as the band members seem to have been playing/singing for it.
Didn't really care for it.
Gemma nascosta
weird hipster alt stuff. each sonic texture of each song is concrete. I don't know that I connected with any of it. Yea this is an album for people with skinny jeans and roll their own cigarettes while talking about Andy Warhol. Helicopter was the fist track that I was able to sort of vibe with.
I think albums like this might be why people hate shoegaze. Nothing here was particularly good or memorable, and I honestly think I forgot every one of these songs. I could put up with it, but my mind was definitely wandering for the full 45 minutes.
Last song sounded really familiar but can’t say why
Surprisingly okay. Actually caught myself grooving with the music a few times. But certainly not outstanding.
Album 614 of 1001 Deerhunter - Halcyon Digest (2010) Rating : 2 / 5 Not sure why this is on the list other than being a favorite of whoever made the list. It isn't offensive to the ear but just isn't anything there.
Arcade Firian. Band of Horsian. Almost low fi beats to chill to with the use of slower sounds and some electronic noise. I’ve had this band pop up on recommended playlists but never fully gave them a listen. It’s enjoyable but somewhat lost in a genre of music where this sound is abundant. 6/10
It was ok. I didn't like it but it was a mood after the 2nd and 3rd listen through
Indie shoe gaze isn’t usually my thing but this grew on me.
Not my cup of tea…
#420. All these songs are basically just slightly different variations of the same boring song. Mustaches and plaid hipster indie that girls with wide brim hats inexplicably love. 2/5: pretty boring. Song added to playlist: Revival I've created a playlist on Spotify that consists of the best and/or my favorite song from each of the albums in this book. This list can be found here if you are interested: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7MAXDGLWlwLkFLb8veGfkA?si=FqkQQPgZTFWG0jAUJXLFZA&utm_source=copy-link
Pretty in places, but this kind of occluded, fuzzy-image-in-the-rearview-mirror indie fades away into the background all too readily. Half this album went by and I hadn't really noticed anything. On the occasions where I did zoom in, it all started to sound repetitive. That's not just my impression - guitar figures literally repeated themselves over and again. To some this might create a sense of atmosphere, but there wasn't enough mustard to back it up for me.
Pretty good, enjoyed their sound.
Interesting noise… Chill vibe, creative, might put on for background music and something different.
Album had good parts. Enjoyed it more as it went on. Standout songs: Helicopter Coronado
Weird stuff inbound 🚨. I don’t know if the red lamp emoji translates but oh baby it’s on. Let’s see what this has to say. Odd glitchy music. Man. A little slow paced. Not loving this start. The music grows to be more interesting near the end. That’s cool. Hell yeah. When it increases in volume and the atmosphere suffocates. Very nice. Whoa. Distorted indie pop. I love this. Excellent melody, palpable eccentricity. Quality. Oh we’re sticking with the distortion. That’s very good news for dweebs like me. And I am indeed a dweeb like me. Another nice pop song with a fascinating sound. Dreamy, odd ballad. Really nice. Calm. This thing hasn’t missed. Right from the praying individual in drag, to the oceanic outro of this song. Well nobody’s perfect. Memory boy will be unremembered, and considering its attempt to be catchy and repetitive, I feel like that’s the worst thing I can say about it. Where is the buzz?? Where is the distortion?? Where is the intrigue?? I’m hunting for this as though it’s a deer. Man. Even my writing is off. I need tripe and this is trying to feed me it, but I can’t quite get it right. I have no “Desire” to hear “Desire Lines” ever again. Oh god it never stops. Ok. Here we go. This is very similar to that song that goes “dreeeeeaaaam,” that’s in every 50’s prom/high school scene. Pretty good. The six million dollar man goes to boathouse. We’re back baby. Esoteric references that couldn’t possibly be funny to anybody but me. This is a great song. The odd, drippy background music, the plucky guitar or ukulele thing. All great. This one was fine. Sort of floated by. Coronado. Is that the sopranos guy? Yeah let’s go with that. I love that nobody can respond to these. Anyway. Good song. A bit of a listless end at parts, it the beginning and end are great. Filled with soul and draw for me as a listener. How did I miss this? I can’t give it a 5 because it’s not perfect but I will absolutely be back to this one. Immense depth, rife with emotion, intrigue and enough oddity to keep me entranced for 48 minutes. The pop flourishes buried beneath an introspective murk make for a beautiful album. More of this. 4-4.5 HIGHLIGHTS: Don’t Cry, Revival, Sailing, Helicopter, Coronado
Incredible spiritual experience
Indie alternative style music. I thought it was generally pretty good.
This was a very nice experience. Not a perfect record but very near to perfection. At its best it sounds just like some lost VU songs. Will definitely come back to Deerhunter.
Very friendly
nothing about this really stands out, and it was a chore to get through at times. it doesnt really set itself apart.
Absolutely nothing of note. You’ve heard this type of music before and done better by other bands
I liked it, it was fun. It was not something I would hear every day, but I'd hear it again. It was comfortable.
I did not know Deerhunter, but this is a pretty nice discovery!
I've never been into indie rock, so every band sounds the same to me
I like 1 song from this so 5 stsrs
This might be quintessential Pitchforkbait and Fantanobait But damn, it's great bait
Pretty chill. A little on the weird side, but overall pleasantly surprised by this album.
I LOVED THIS
awful album cover but otherwise a really solid indie rock album
Nowt I haven't heard before, and done better. Some nice riffs going on, but those airy vocals can leave on the next train out of town. It's a "meh" from me
First listen: Interested to see how I feel about this on repeated listenings. The first couple songs didn't grab me much, and there are a few too many songs that drifted off into anonymous indie nothingness, but the highlights are *damn* good. Second listen: As suspected, this album grew on me. I initially scored it a high 3.5, raising it to a decently solid 4, and it could continue to rise in my estimations. I dig the sound overall, and I think Cox has the perfect voice for this genre. "Revival" and "He Would Have Laughed" are my personal standouts at the moment, but I genuinely like every track to one degree or another. 4/5
Nothing unpleasant but nothing memorable. 2.5 stars
Great chill album
I can't say I've heard this album before. Maybe it needs more than one listen, but it didn't resonate.
This is not my thing. Lo-fi emotion that’s easy to unintentionally tune out. That said, it wasn’t BAD.
I found myself liking this album more and more as it progressed. It wasn't anything like my memory of Deerhunter, which I always associated with noise-pop. I'm already interested in giving this a second listen.
Gotta be one of the most forgettable album on this list. Everything sounds the same, and alike to much of the music from this era. 5/10.
I think this a fantastic album. Definitely deserving of being on this list (even though most people on this site seem to disagree). Favorite song: He Would Have Laughed Least favorite song: Sailing
A little bit dull.
Some good, jammy bits. Nice textures. Beatle melodies. I expected it to be punkier, but that's my fault. Some duller parts, but on the whole a pleasant experience.
Odd but pretty goid
Welcome back! This is the album which broke my project. It was so complicated and difficult to give a score to this. Do I hate it because it sounds like all the other stuff? Or because it's so dull? Or do I love it because of the wonderfully expressive sonic landscapes? The moody beats? The smattering of catchy songs? Maybe I'm just saturated with the chore of assigning daily star ratings to albums. So all of that (and the cvpr deadline) led to me abandoning the project for a few weeks, and letting a small backlog build up. Back to Halcyon Digest. It's probably a 3 or a 4. I was going to listen from the start to decide, but because they broke the project they get a 3. Next. Best track: Memory Boy Worst track: Basement Scene
Puh. Geht so.
A bit interesting, but I feel like if you only enjoy psychedelia xor indie, this will be a frustrating listen. It was for me
it's a high 3 and pretty interesting
3.6
This.was the record that really made me a fan of this band, going back to their older stuff I was truly hooked. It's a shame this might have been their peak because everything after this was good but never great. I hope they regroup and put out something magical again and soon!
Knew Desire be Desire ago
A surprise from the list, something from the 2010s that I missed and has merit. I might have even dismissed this as slight if I heard it when it was new. But it is not slight, there's more to this than reverb + delay sad indie pop of the 2010s. Earlier this year I heard a little bit that seemed even more warped & unsettling, so Deerhoof will be on my radar now.
In my mind, anything that came out after 2009 might as well have come out yesterday, and chances are it sucks. Because, after all, it just happens that they stopped making good music as soon as I aged out of being cool. I can admit this is good though. Maybe it was recorded a couple years before, when I was still under 21, and just didn’t get released soon enough. That would explain it.
I should be more into this but i couldnt find a foot hold. The fault lies with me. Will come back to it.
The author of this book really has a type. This sounds a lot like 147 other bands on this list. Oh why, oh why, oh why is this special? It’s fine at best. Not at all bad. It’s kinda nice in some places. But this is pretty ordinary overall.
Feels bland. Memory Boy reminded me of the Beatles, but not as good. Other songs kind of remind me as Oasis, but also not as good.
Very nice to listen to while rereading Birman-Craggs
Halcyon Digest is the fifth studio album from Deerhunter, and one of the band's most successful album. On release, it met with widespread critical acclaim, and was on a few alt-rock "album of the year" lists. The band uses effect-laden guitars and harmonic vocals to pop songs with a broad but delicate sound. Their songs have a chiming, cheerful sound, even when expressing somber thoughts like "I don't want to get old."
I enjoyed the listen through, I did skip some songs. Maybe I needed to be in the right mood for it because I usually like this type of music.
Very nice
Indie rock with some lo-fi numbers and some songs that lean toward psychedelia and freak folk (a genre name I’ve always loved). Some of it was a bit sleepy but I liked the tracks with a bigger sound. “Desire Lines” was a highlight for me. And “Helicopter” is excellent. It reminds me of Beach House but with a weirder, psychedelic style to it. The saxophone on “Fountain Stairs” is a nice touch. And again on “Coronado”! This album gets better as it goes on.
I want to like this more than I did on the first listen-through, but it's just a bit too straightforward during this first time for me to really say I love it. I like the singer's voice and I like the instrumentalists but it's really a bit "paint by the numbers". The songs don't really dare, or push, it's all just a bit too dreamy and passive for me at the moment. Interesting that the final song is dedicated to the late Jay Reatard, he was a friend of some friends. Got a story to share in person @Steve. 2.78 / 5. Enough for it to be a 3. I think I'll like it more after more listens hence the bump up.
So far, this album really hasn't made much of an impression on me. It has some cool sound design, but I feel like this could blend in with any other sound from the time. It's not bad, but it's not something I would seek to put on.
It's like if Radiohead and Arcade Fire had a kid who was raised mostly by uncle Interpol. Thing is, Interpol has a weird neighbor, Animal Collective, that the kid loves so the kid grows up idolizing the weirdo and that shapes their journey into adulthood. I think I prefer the back half of the album to the front but this is a solid album. Loved the style, some great creative choices in Revival and Desire Lines, along with Helicopter. Great balance of ups and downs. Fav Track: Desire Lines
Interessant zu hören. Eingängige Melodien. 4/5
++: Revival, Memory Boy, Desire Lines, Coronado +: Earthquake, Don't Cry, Sailing, Basement Scene, Fountain Stairs, HE Would Have Laughed +-: Helicopter 7,6/10
ok
I kind of like Revival, Memory Boy; I almost like Desire Lines, Coronado
just not a fan, the lo-fi was really hard to get into specially after listening to violator... a decent listen but was hard to get into it , right afte the first 5, we have the first 1 !
Unreal. Favorite for life
idk man
Not bad but it didn’t do much for me