MP3: Isolation Years - Landslide
The new Isolation Years album "Sign, sign", one of my most anticipated records for 2007, was released today. Fortunately for me, I got an early promo so I've already had a few weeks to spend with the album. Fortunately for you too 'cuz the more I've gotten to know the music, the more I understand and appreciate it. My history of first impressions with Isolation Years have been fraught with peril in the past, so I make sure to give them a lot of time to grow on me. Case in point: I hated sophomore album "It's golden" when it was first released and now it's one of my most favorite records ever. "Sign, sign" in no way elicited such a strong reaction, but I was skeptical. As Nancy stated in her review, the album is very consistent, but lacking in standout moments. It took quite a few listens before any of the songs besides the first single "Landslide" (which I've posted today) embedded themselves into my memory. My outlook changed little by little. Opening track "Albino child", with its odd Jesus character depiction and ominous tone, was an early favorite. A few of the other, more religious-minded songs such as "Daddy I'm a pilgrim now" soon followed. It took some time, but eventually I've come around to loving it all. Maybe not the best work of their career thus far, but definitely a worthy addition to the catalogue.
I will be getting a few copies for resale, but they probably won't be in stock until late next week. Hold tight!
Isolation Years - Landslide