Today's Music That Is Pretty Great is The Midnight Organ Fight, by Frightened Rabbit. This is a band that I sort of stumbled into through the AV Club, and liked what I heard. I was able to get their latest album through eMusic, and I haven't looked back since. I don't know much about the band - I think they are Scottish but I am not sure - so let's get down to business.
This is kind of a simple band, traditional guitar/bass/drums, vocals that are apparently but not overly Scottish. It's very emotional; I'd describe this album as listening to the worst breakup you can remember. Is this a bad thing? Not at all. It's genuine driving emotion, sort of like a lo-fi version of the Arcade Fire. It's sometimes angry, sometimes depressed, always compelling. I don't think you can dance to it, and if music affects your mood, you probably won't be able to listen to this album very often.
Still, I like this album. It has a good tempo, and though the mood is somber at best, it really works. I really should listen to it a little more but it isn't a 'feel-good' album.
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I have been neglecting this blog some lately.
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About Me
- Bones of an Idol
- Professionally, I work in information technology for a school. I do a little of everything: support, training, database, website, purchasing, strategy. My job appeals to my love of challenges, solving problems, and helping people.
Outside of work, I enjoy exercise (I used to practice capoeira, but largely run and lift weights now), writing short fiction, and playing the guitar. I am a largely self-taught guitarist and generally do not rock very hard.
I am currently enrolled in the MBA program at Drake University. Focusing on my coursework has curtailed my 'hobbies' somewhat, but I plan to graduate in Fall of 2013.
I am partial to travel, cats, black licorice and peanut butter.