Death Cab for Cutie - Transatlanticism
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Free Music Notes for Transatlanticism
Free Music Review: Hurrah for DCFC
Hit: 5 Stars
This was the first Death Cab CD I bought. I had heard of them, had heard one or two songs from "We Have the Facts", but knew almost nothing about them. I listened to this CD at a local shop, liked what I heard and bought it on a whim. At first I was vaguely disappointed, though I continued to listen to it as background music. I was surprised to find that it grew on me. Grow on me it did. I now consider Transatlanticism to be one of the best CDs I've heard in a long, long time.
I don't think that DCFC is 'emo'. I rather think that they're impossible to accurately categorize, and if you, like me, are into sort of off-kilter, interesting music, this would probably be a CD for you.
'The Sound of Settling' will have you singing along with its infectious chorus of "bah bah bah bah" (no matter how much you think you'd deplore that, it really is a fun song), 'Tiny Vessels' will shock you to stillness with it's bittersweetness and lyrics ('this is the moment that you know that you told her that you loved her but you don't' and 'she was beautiful but she didn't mean a thing to me'). 'Title and Registration' is an odd song about rediscovering something that brings back memories, 'Expo '86' has some interesting percussion that sounds almost like someone rattling a handful of change.
Gibbard's vocals are distinctive and honest and the music is just wonderful. This CD an encapsulation of experiences that seems to fit almost any mood.
Free Music Review: They Do It Again!
Hit: 5 Stars
Death Cab For Cutie are an awesome band, one I got exposed to while watching Fuse late one lonely Friday night. I fell in love with the video for "New Year", and the song itself too. I was familar with Ben Gibbard, more notable as a result of the Postal Service craze that went on last year. The next song that hooked my attention was "Title and Registration", the song itself sounds like he is singing about uncovering some memories while in his car...anyways the lushious Mandolin-esque guitar breaths timely with the sweet, almost whispered vocals. "The Sound of Settling" is one of the more upbeat, fun songs on the album, a catchy chorus along with some accapella towards the give this album some lucky-go-happy charm. "Lack of Color" and "We Looked Like Giants" were two added tracks that caught my attention right off the bat. In short, I am bedazzled about how well this album is, and how clever a band they are. Both in structure and essence, it's a no wonder they have somewhat of a cult following around. The rumor mill has churned out they might get a major record label in the not-so distant future....if so more power to the great Seattle guys. But hopefully they will retain their nack for tight indusive songwriting and will stay as pure as they've been.
To me, one of the best albums single-handley in 2003. But still get it regardless of rather or not we are in 2004.
Free Music Review: Best album to date. Screw The O.C
Hit: 5 Stars
The fame and praise Death Cab for Cutie have started receiving in the past 2 years has shown no sign of slowing down, all of which I think they deserve 100% and ten fold. Besides from being a great group of guys, they are fantastic musicians and this album is what has solidified their ground in the underground and more recently acquried mainstream music scene.
For starters, unlike every other 20-something, I did not first hear of DCFC through The O.C. I actually happen to despise that show, DCFC's appearance on it only making it slightly bearable. But this album and every single song on it is probably some of the best underground indie-rock I've heard in the past 10 years. Mellow, quirky, smart, seductive and relaxing are just some of the feelings that come to mind when of think of "Transatlanticism". I honestly can't pick a favourite. Every single song ties into the next beautifully, sometimes so much that you don't even know you're onto the next track. What dissapoints me is that after all the growing fame and hype they received between this album and The O.C, it's very painful to listen to Plans and think that people call this a "progression".
Whatever you think or have heard from anyone, this is a must have for any fan of DCFC. It is their best album to date and following what we've seen with their recent material, it'll most likely be the best one they'll make in their time as a band.
Free Music Review: Lost in Transatlanticism
Hit: 5 Stars
As others have said, Death Cab's latest, "Transatlanticism" is definitely not a play it once and walk away kind of album. It sticks with the listener, coaxes out their fears, hopes, and brings them closer to them...whether they want to deal with them or not. Transatlanticism is definitely a concept album about a strong (but now eroded) relationship. If you have a heart, or ever loved someone, it would be hard not to get nabbed by singer Ben Gibbard's plea, "I need you so much closer..." found on the title track. Truth be told, it would be hard not to get lost in any of its great tracks. Transatlanticism is also an album that demands multiple listenings. It is textured, complex, sensitive, and often quite beautiful. To try to nail down standout tracks seems irrelevant, as the whole is best heard as an album - a journey through heartache and ulimately, redemption. It's a difficult but beautiful journey. Modern albums rarely take one to such places, especially ones garnering the classification as "emo" - a group increasingly glutted with more sound-alike fodder by the day. Death Cab here is NOT sound-alike fodder.
While lyrically and emotionally is it very sensitive and heavy, musically it is upbeat and uptempo, but also very tranquil and heartfelt. It's a free-flowing opus, and it's often quite beautiful. Pick up Transatlanticism today...it's one of the few albums from 2003 that is essential listening!
Free Music Review: Best album I've heard in years.
Hit: 5 Stars
Brief history...I listened to the audio samples on this site because they were suggesting by someone since I loved Radiohead so much. I wasn't impressed, to be honest, and I went on my merry way. A month or so later, someone on an internet forum posted the lyrics to "Transatlanticism" which I instally recognized as pure genius (I don't like to use that word very often, btw). I figured a band this good at writing lyrics deserves me to at least listen to the song. I downloaded the title song *gasp* and instantly loved it. Being the law-abiding citizen I am, I bought the album just last week figuring a song as good as the title track justifies buying the album, despite my figuring I wouldn't like the album. I was wrong. I put the album on last night as I went to bed, figuring it would be nice music to sleep to. It turned out I layed in bed listening to the whole album in amazement. I had just not heard something that good in so long. The beautiful harmonies, the creative and engaging lyrics, the little intricacies in the music....this is without a doubt one of my new favorite albums. Keep in mind, though, this is from a guy who hasn't owned any other DC albums, although that will soon change. I'll keep my mind open as to not expect TRANS-II on every new album I buy from this band. But I strongly suggest this one if you like to *listen* and *experience* the music instead of something to fill the silence.