On the initial listen of this band they undergo the natural process of categorising, and in this case as another modern take on traditional folk music, wistful lyrics concerning nature, mundane days then contrasting them with hopes and dreams. A generic set up of ‘ye olde’ instrumental sounds – pedal steel guitar, violin, acoustic guitar with a bit of harmonica and accordion thrown in, certainty appealing but nothing particularly striking.
However as the album progresses so does the appearance of this five piece’s talent and originality. The LA band are known for their affiliation...The Decemberists – The King is Dead
On the initial listen of this band they undergo the natural process of categorising, and in this case as another modern take on traditional folk music, wistful lyrics concerning nature, mundane days then contrasting them with hopes and dreams. A generic set up of ‘ye olde’ instrumental sounds – pedal steel guitar, violin, acoustic guitar with a bit of harmonica and accordion thrown in, certainty appealing but nothing particularly striking.
However as the album progresses so does the appearance of this five piece’s talent and originality. The LA band are known for their affiliation...