Death Cab for Cutie - Transatlanticism
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Free Music Notes for Transatlanticism
Free Music Review: Incredible
Hit: 5 Stars
Easily one of the finest pieces of music I've ever heard. No bother really mentioning individual tracks (except the wonderfully depressing Tiny Vessels) because they are all amazing. Each one flows into one another, and while Transatlanticism isn't a concept album (nor does it strive to be), it is a very cohesive unit. Every instrument is painstakingly perfect, in pitch, in place, melodic and moving. This album has some of the finest production work from 2003. Transatlanticism most certainly will stand the test of time. It will have detractors, but what album doesn't. What is really incredible about Transatlanticism is the fact that it borrows elements from Death Cab's previous albums, but manages to have a sound all it's own. Gone are the days where Ben Gibbard unnecessarily reverbs his voice to another planet. Here, Ben stands proudly behind his magnificent lyrics. If you still don't own Transatlanticism, then put the damn Postal Service CD down and go get it.Free Music Review: Very interesting, different, intelligent, and melodic.
Hit: 5 Stars
This is my first listen to DCfC, so I'm reviewing this as a stand-alone CD. When something truly different is released to the listening public I usually respond positively. Sonically this is a very interesting album. Vocals can be understood, while drums pop out with innovative production tones. This album can create a quiet emotional feeling that unleashes when the harder parts kick in. It has a dark minor quality that comes across as deeply poetic. The parts chosen by the band's members are truly complimentary to the song at large and other parts being played. I love how unpredictable this album seems. The melodies have their own rhythmical and unique style, setting the vocal approach into its own category. The lyrics, which can be heard easily, cause the listener deep thought and introspection, and can also be related to; they are not too abstract. I will most certainly continue through the DCfC catalog after several listens to this one.Free Music Review: I hate how long it took me to discover Death Cab
Hit: 5 Stars
I hate that I only found out about Death Cab for Cutie last summer (2004). I wish I had been with them album to album to see how they grew, and eventually cumulated this masterpiece.
I am only slightly obsessed with this album. Every song is so good that I find it impossible for me to push 'next' on my stereo. Seriously, even though I have my favorites (lack of color, title & registration, we looked like giants), every time I put in this disc, I end up listening to the whole thing. If you have seen any of my reviews, focus is a big issue for me in an album. You can't get more focused than "Transatlanticism". Each song ties together perfectly and, as noted by many others, sends a clear message of distance, yet avoids being repetitive in the slightest.
By the way my first impression of this CD was that it was pleasant, but sort of boring. I have made a complete change to declare that this CD deserves no less than 5 stars.
Free Music Review: Okay, hommage to long-time fans, but ...
Hit: 5 Stars
So, I read a few reviews before actually purchasing my own copy of Transatlanticism, and I had some doubts based on the reviews of those who described themselves as "long-time" or "hard-core" DCFC fans. Afterall, they would know best, right?Wrong. Thankfully, I ordered it anyway, and it took only one listen to convince me that this is certainly one of the best releases of 2003. Transatlanticism is beautiful music with few weaknesses (yeah, a couple - but only a couple - tunes are very "pop-like", but it's taken me some time to learn that sometimes fun for fun's sake is okay). Simply put, this is a great addition to any collection. I suggest you ignore the negative reviews from the "long-time" DCFC fans and listen for yourself. They (the long-time fans) will simply have to get over themselves ... this CD is going to force them to share a great band with the rest of the world.
Free Music Review: From a relatively new Death Cab fan.
Hit: 5 Stars
First off, I want to say that Transatlanticism is a fantastic record. But here's my story.I first heard DCFC many years ago when the local college radio station at the University of Minnesota played "All Is Full of Love," and immediately went out and bought the Stability EP. I gave it a listen, and didn't really find anything special about it, so on the shelf it went.
A while later, I fell in love with a band called Rilo Kiley and anything that singer Jenny Lewis touched. I discovered The Postal Service due to her backup vocals. Through The Postal Service I rediscovered Ben Gibbard, and gave Stability another shot. This time I was blown away. Tastes change, I suppose.
Needless to say that I now own everything DCFC has domestically released, and bought Transatlanticism on the day it came out. It's my favorite yet. The November SACD hybrid release is one of the reasons that I bought an SACD player.