Ah, Fleet Foxes, a rarity indeed. A band, that I just so happen to come across one late night, who found a place in my heart. I can’t say I’ve heard a band that has gotten me as ecstatic as this on just their first, self titled at that, album.
The sound and feel of the album is that of the seasons Fall and Winter. You can just see the leaves turn brown, red, and yellow in the chilled air, and yet you have a smile on your face the whole time. It’s also really great driving music for those long trips and that’s only the beginning. Singer and main song writer Robin Pecknold voice and words are full of age and wisdom, while
there are hints at pain and sorrow under his soft voice that brings a tear to your eye. As well, his voice harmonized beautifully with the rest of the band, Skyler Skjelset, Nicholas Peterson, Casey Wescott, and Craig Curran. Their single and biggest hit, “White Winter Hymnal” goes beyond to show this natural harmony, as well as, “Quiet Houses.” (Video of White Winter Hymnal at the bottom.)
I didn’t really hear much of a problem with the album nor band. They do seem to show some progressive tendencies in some of their songs which come mostly in the form of end-of-song jam sessions (ie; The ending of “He Doesn’t Know Why.”). This isn’t a bad thing at all, so don’t get me wrong here. Though they need to order their album just a little different, the does slow down a little from time to time with a slower, sadder song. Example: Going from Ragged Wood to Tiger Mountain Peasant Song slows downs the album because of they both began.
So in the end, I did enjoy this album to its’ fullest. A number of songs will never leave my player from this album alone. This is a band you shouldn’t ignore and by listening and then buying this album, you will understand what I mean. 5 out of 5 stars for this bad boy. Pick it up today and get on the Fleet Foxes band wagon. Enjoy your music folks.
Cheers!
The sound and feel of the album is that of the seasons Fall and Winter. You can just see the leaves turn brown, red, and yellow in the chilled air, and yet you have a smile on your face the whole time. It’s also really great driving music for those long trips and that’s only the beginning. Singer and main song writer Robin Pecknold voice and words are full of age and wisdom, while
there are hints at pain and sorrow under his soft voice that brings a tear to your eye. As well, his voice harmonized beautifully with the rest of the band, Skyler Skjelset, Nicholas Peterson, Casey Wescott, and Craig Curran. Their single and biggest hit, “White Winter Hymnal” goes beyond to show this natural harmony, as well as, “Quiet Houses.” (Video of White Winter Hymnal at the bottom.)I didn’t really hear much of a problem with the album nor band. They do seem to show some progressive tendencies in some of their songs which come mostly in the form of end-of-song jam sessions (ie; The ending of “He Doesn’t Know Why.”). This isn’t a bad thing at all, so don’t get me wrong here. Though they need to order their album just a little different, the does slow down a little from time to time with a slower, sadder song. Example: Going from Ragged Wood to Tiger Mountain Peasant Song slows downs the album because of they both began.
So in the end, I did enjoy this album to its’ fullest. A number of songs will never leave my player from this album alone. This is a band you shouldn’t ignore and by listening and then buying this album, you will understand what I mean. 5 out of 5 stars for this bad boy. Pick it up today and get on the Fleet Foxes band wagon. Enjoy your music folks.
Cheers!
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