So the Out of Treble Alphabetical we started really got derailed quickly, and the site has been pretty inactive since introducing our new writer, Corey Long. Well, fret not dear reader (usually, there’d be an ‘s’ on that, but let’s face it, I’m already rounding upwards with singular), we’re still here. As it happens, a hellish bed bug problem has sapped all my (James) will and I’ve dragged my feet.
We’ll get back to your regularly scheduled programming not soon – but now!
No alphabetical this time, and no inspiring, in-depth look at an album or artist – for now let’s just talk about a song. Back when I was the Editor-in-Chief of PUREnoize Magazine, I had the opportunity to get an early listen to an album called The Unmistakable Man by River City Extension, an indie rock/folk act that I’d never heard of. I handed the review off to one of our staffers, but I did listen to the album plenty. I never did much research on the band themselves and was content to just enjoy the content.
While browsing some music site or other a couple months ago, I came across their new album, released this year, titled Don’t Let The Sun Go Down On Your Anger. I acquired it and gave it a listen. I won’t say that it sounds drastically different from The Unmistakable Man, but these guys have clearly matured as artists. It’s a much more gritty and mature album, to put it simply.
One track in particular stands out, and I’m going to pass it along to ya’ll. If you happen to like it, I urge you to check out more, because these guys are awesome. I don’t know how exactly to describe this track – “Slander” – but it’s got a very nice … gritty sound. I’ve never been able to describe the kind of sound this song has … maybe you guys can help me. It’s a purpose-driven track even when I don’t particularly pay attention to the lyrics and … at this point, I’ve used three elipses and I should probably just post the song. So here it is – enjoy.
