My Morning Jacket: Evil Urges
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It's hard to believe this band has been part of my life for over ten years. For chrissakes, Rolling Stone just named them "Breakthrough Band" of the year:D
Still... I wait for their new albums with a feverish gusto - salivating over whatever new direction they decide to take or rampant experimentation that's soon to follow.
The new album in no may disappoints.... me. However, I can see how some recent converts will be caught in headlights upon first listen. After all, isn't this the great Southern Rock Revival that's been championed by nearly every rag on the planet? Weren't we about to see the second coming of the Greatful Dead? If any of these thoughts have crossed your mind, you really haven't been paying attention to this band. The bong, perhaps?
One spin of Evil Urges takes a sledgehammer to any misconceptions. The opening track alone is the best song Prince hasn't written in fifteen years. Dance funk? check AM Radio James Taylor? check Good ol' rock? check A smidge of Doo Wop here. A bit of pop there. Gospel, etc. The results are almost dizzying.
The album's goal to shatter musical conventions is evident throughout. How would one even begin to describe their sound? Something simultaneously unique and nurturing of a veritable butt-load of musical styles. It's something Jim James does quite spectacularly and I suspect Evil Urges will have to sit on the shelves for well over a decade (or three) before it's truly appreciated.
Still... I wait for their new albums with a feverish gusto - salivating over whatever new direction they decide to take or rampant experimentation that's soon to follow.
The new album in no may disappoints.... me. However, I can see how some recent converts will be caught in headlights upon first listen. After all, isn't this the great Southern Rock Revival that's been championed by nearly every rag on the planet? Weren't we about to see the second coming of the Greatful Dead? If any of these thoughts have crossed your mind, you really haven't been paying attention to this band. The bong, perhaps?
One spin of Evil Urges takes a sledgehammer to any misconceptions. The opening track alone is the best song Prince hasn't written in fifteen years. Dance funk? check AM Radio James Taylor? check Good ol' rock? check A smidge of Doo Wop here. A bit of pop there. Gospel, etc. The results are almost dizzying.
The album's goal to shatter musical conventions is evident throughout. How would one even begin to describe their sound? Something simultaneously unique and nurturing of a veritable butt-load of musical styles. It's something Jim James does quite spectacularly and I suspect Evil Urges will have to sit on the shelves for well over a decade (or three) before it's truly appreciated.
I never had it like this where I grew up. But I send my kids here because the fact is you go to one of the best schools in the country: Rushmore. Now, for some of you it doesn't matter. You were born rich and you're going to stay rich. But here's my advice to the rest of you: Take dead aim on the rich boys. Get them in the crosshairs and take them down. Just remember, they can buy anything but they can't buy backbone. Don't let them forget it. Thank you.Herman Blume - Rushmore
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Wow, they've been around awhile. Did they start local to you?
I heard them for the first time on SNL a week or so ago. Definitely caught my interest, which most newer music hasn't done lately.
Should I start with this album, or one of their older ones?Wristwatch--->Crisco -
I wonder if now people here will give them a listen. I'd suggest starting with the older stuff first. Even though that Rolling Stone comment is the biggest joke going. Been a fan for several years myself.
Also one of the best live bands I have ever seen (every time), and I have seen some very big names. -
Yup... local and part of the same scene, so there's a bit of pride festering here. I've even caught a few practices in Mom's garage. Good times.
Demi's right. Their live shows are legendary. Demi's also right... I would recommend picking up their earliest stuff so you can appreciate their evolution.I never had it like this where I grew up. But I send my kids here because the fact is you go to one of the best schools in the country: Rushmore. Now, for some of you it doesn't matter. You were born rich and you're going to stay rich. But here's my advice to the rest of you: Take dead aim on the rich boys. Get them in the crosshairs and take them down. Just remember, they can buy anything but they can't buy backbone. Don't let them forget it. Thank you.Herman Blume - Rushmore -
Just ordered the New Year's EP picture disc of the Oregon Trail skit.Wristwatch--->Crisco
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Here's a pretty nice review of that show...
http://www.laweekly.com/music/music/why-my-morning-jacket-is-the-best-live-band-in-the-world/18716/I never had it like this where I grew up. But I send my kids here because the fact is you go to one of the best schools in the country: Rushmore. Now, for some of you it doesn't matter. You were born rich and you're going to stay rich. But here's my advice to the rest of you: Take dead aim on the rich boys. Get them in the crosshairs and take them down. Just remember, they can buy anything but they can't buy backbone. Don't let them forget it. Thank you.Herman Blume - Rushmore -
Thanks for the review ZB, I was hoping to get your input on the album. I'll pick this up next time I'm at the record store.Von Schweikert VR4-jr
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I'm sure you'll dig it. Repeated listenings have made it even better, as it's a virtual treasure trove of musical goodness.I never had it like this where I grew up. But I send my kids here because the fact is you go to one of the best schools in the country: Rushmore. Now, for some of you it doesn't matter. You were born rich and you're going to stay rich. But here's my advice to the rest of you: Take dead aim on the rich boys. Get them in the crosshairs and take them down. Just remember, they can buy anything but they can't buy backbone. Don't let them forget it. Thank you.Herman Blume - Rushmore
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I picked up this cd today based souly on this post...Ive never even heard any of their prior stuff except mabe a song or 2 on the radio.I have to say I'm very impressed with the music and enjoyed all the tracks on the cd,they did a fantastic job in the studio and the recording is stellar.I'm definately jumping on the MMJ bandwagon and looking foward to picking up some of their previous music.I had no idea they were this talanted.:cool:Outlaw 990 Processor
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Good on ya mate. Good on ya....I never had it like this where I grew up. But I send my kids here because the fact is you go to one of the best schools in the country: Rushmore. Now, for some of you it doesn't matter. You were born rich and you're going to stay rich. But here's my advice to the rest of you: Take dead aim on the rich boys. Get them in the crosshairs and take them down. Just remember, they can buy anything but they can't buy backbone. Don't let them forget it. Thank you.Herman Blume - Rushmore
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This album f*cking rocks. Only at track 8 of my first time through, but damn this is good music.Von Schweikert VR4-jr
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