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5.0 out of 5 stars
Best CD I've purchased in a long time.,
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This review is from: Head And The Heart (Audio CD)
I play this CD all the time...it's my new favorite.The music is relaxing and catchy...very catchy. At first I only liked the first, forth and seventh tracks.. but after having listened to it for a while the whole thing is unforgettable.
3.0 out of 5 stars
3.5 refreshing, if over-hyped, folk/roots-pop debut,
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This review is from: Head And The Heart (Audio CD)
Reviews in the media and on Amazon.com have been generally glowing for this debut. I wish I could fully agree, as I DID enjoy aspects of this disc (fresh sounding vocals and good folk-like band, some interesting song-writing) and I generally like this type of musicThat said, as a band they require substantial growth to be considered "great": e.g., more song-writing consistency and less reliance on the "pop"-like arrangements. So the promise of this band may be a "5", the actual disc is a 3.5 in my books. It is the promise that makes me cheer on their further development as artists.
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4.0 out of 5 stars
4.5 stars... Strong debut album,
By Paul Allaer - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: Head And The Heart (Audio CD)
Let me admit upfront that I had not heard this band until I heard their CD played at my local indie record store here in Cincinnati. I was really impressed with the quality of the tracks I heard then, and so I bought the CD. Am I glad I did! The Head and the Heart hail from Seattle, where in 2010 they self-released this debut album. Based on the strong buzz that followed the band shortly thereafter, the album was re-released on the Sub Pop lable in early 2011 (with one new track "River and Roads")."The Head and the Heart" (10 tracks; 40 min.) finds it roots in folk and Americana, and as such shines. From the opener "Cats and Dogs" the album feels like an old friend that you have come to (re)appreciate. Singers/songwriters Jossiah Johnson and Jonathan Russell are the focal point of the band, with rich and warm voices. They are aptly supported by 4 more band members (bass; piano; violin; and drums). "Down in the Valley" is a pensive tune immediately that reminded me of Ryan Adams "Heartbreaker"-era, and he probably wishes he could write a song like "Down in the Valley" nowadays. "River and Roads" is another dramatic tune, done beautifully. "Honey Come Home" is another favorite track of mine on here, with great lyrics like "I think of all this time we've wasted with our fighting and I cry/I just wanna die with the one I love beside me", wow. "Sounds Like Hallelujah" is one of the more exuberant songs on here. The closer is "Heaven Go Easy On Me", and as the title implies, a perfect way to round out the album. In all, this is a strong debut album, and at a crisp 40 min., you'll find yourself playing this again and again. I had the opportunity to catch these guys live this past weekend, and they put on a great set, bringing most of the albums's tracks. I think they are probably just living out of a suitcase as I just read they'll be back here again for another show in August. Meanwhile, "The Head and the Heart" is highly recommended! 14 of 14 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great pop folk, even better live,
By Jason L - Published on Amazon.com
Stumbled across this band when I saw the advertising video for this Year's Doe Bay Fest. Very solid album for a premiere album. Like other reviews have said, the album has a cohesive sound, with songs flowing one into another. The sound stays consistent across the album. If you like one of the songs you'll probably like them all. Its hard for me to identify a favorite.All three main singers have interesting voice and they harmonize frequently. Good melodies, catchy riffs, excellent harmonies are all there. One of the things I like best is the focus of their lyrics, which seem to be mostly on relationships, friendships, family, and longing for meaning in life. This is not another angsty album about lost love, but has more mature and positive themes. And go see them live. The album doesn't do justice to their live show. 17 of 21 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
my newest obsession,
By C. Schafer "smellingoranges" - Published on Amazon.com
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Discovered this band very recently and haven't been able to get them out of my head. Really catchy with broad sound and great harmonies. They are being talked about all over the place. I've seen articles and reviews grouping them with other awesome musicians like The Avett Brothers, Bon Iver, and Crosby Stills Nash and Young. Look them up! You won't be sorry. Can't wait to see where they go from here.
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