| Artist: | Radiohead |
| Album: | In Rainbows |
| Release Date: | January 1, 2008 |
| Label: | TBD Records |
| Rating: | 3.5/5 |
I've never really been a fan of Radiohead, but I've never really hated them either. To me they were one of the bands from overseas that made it over here with a large fan base. I've noticed that Radiohead fans tend to be diehard ones with Kid A Bear tattoos. I can't say that this album has really changed my mind, but I do like it.
Most of they hype about this album was the "pay what you feel" pricing for it. I did download the album back in October of 2007, but it never really grew on me. Then when it was physically released, I picked it up and put it in my car. The first thing that you notice is how great musicians these guys truly are. Listening to the sounds that their instruments produce through the crisp sounds of cd quality auto and good speakers is much different and superior to 128kbps mp3s through shitty laptop speakers. I've never claimed to be an audiophile, but this album has definitely helped me to notice the difference. Also, I love the packaging on this album. They opted to not go for a jewel case, but rather cardboard and stickers that will allow you to make your own case if need be.
While driving in my car, I noticed that the album made for perfect driving/background music, but none of the songs really engaged me. After a couple of spins, I never found my self singing along. Really, the only song that I tried to learn the lyrics is "House of Cards". I feel that if you are already a fan of the band, you will eat this up. However; if Radiohead has been a band that you never really understood the fascination, you will not change.
- Track Listing:
- 15 Step
- Bodysnatchers
- Nude
- Weird Fishes/Arpeggi
- All I Need
- Faust Arp
- Reckoner
- House Of Cards
- Jigsaw Falling Into Place
- Videotape
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