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Track Listings
| 1. Mrs. Cold |
| 2. Me In You |
| 3. Boat Behind |
| 4. Rule My World |
| 5. My Ship Isn't Pretty |
| 6. 24-25 |
| 7. Renegade |
| 8. Power Of Not Knowing |
| 9. Peacetime Resistance |
| 10. Freedom And Its Owner |
| 11. Riot On An Empty Street |
| 12. Second To Numb |
| 13. Scars On Land |
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11 of 11 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
Love takes on many forms and when at the Warwick Arts Centre KOC gig a man just in front of me shouted 'I love you' and for the first time in my heterosexual life I felt like saying the same to not one, but two men. They played many of the tracks that appear on this album and some how managed to exceed the quality. 'Boat Behind' was truly brought to life by the wonderful violinist.
In many respect this album is very similar to the two previous ones. '24-25' and 'Mrs Cold' set the tone and high standard. 'Renegade' was my favourite song from the gig. It's powerful emotional lyric is truly haunting.
Kings of Convenience are an amazing band whose genius is sadly largely unknown. This album was well worth waiting for and I hope we don't have to wait another 4 years for the next.
In many respect this album is very similar to the two previous ones. '24-25' and 'Mrs Cold' set the tone and high standard. 'Renegade' was my favourite song from the gig. It's powerful emotional lyric is truly haunting.
Kings of Convenience are an amazing band whose genius is sadly largely unknown. This album was well worth waiting for and I hope we don't have to wait another 4 years for the next.
7 of 8 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
Another deft, delicate album arrives from the classy duo making intelligent yet emotional, long-lasting mellow-wise songs.
I'm relieved and inspired that the Kings have maintained their quality, and the voices are as rich and as blended here with their rich guitars as ever.
The understatement wields a deft balance, and the inclusion of higher vocals in places - Me in You - makes you catch your breath again.
I just wish there was still more... more light, atmospheric rhythms and more light touches.
That's a hallmark of a good album though .. and hopefully, there will be...
Continuing to prove that quiet is still the best loud. And right up there next to my Laura Veirs and Embertime ;) albums...
I'm relieved and inspired that the Kings have maintained their quality, and the voices are as rich and as blended here with their rich guitars as ever.
The understatement wields a deft balance, and the inclusion of higher vocals in places - Me in You - makes you catch your breath again.
I just wish there was still more... more light, atmospheric rhythms and more light touches.
That's a hallmark of a good album though .. and hopefully, there will be...
Continuing to prove that quiet is still the best loud. And right up there next to my Laura Veirs and Embertime ;) albums...
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
Geeky , polite and as sweet as two 6-month old babies , the Kings Of Convenience have won a special place in the hearts of their fans not only for their gentle melodies but also for the wonderful wonderful friendship they display on stage and during interviews . The norwegian Simon & Garfunkel as they are often called , their latest offering " Declaration Of Depedence " comes five years after their sophomore release " Riot In An Empty Street " and remains faithful to their already established sound .. which is a good thing !
It's amazing how rich a sound two acoustic guitars and two voices can produce . The mood here varies from happy ( " Boat Behind " ) to melancholic ( " Me In You " ) to zen-like ( the hypnotic " Scars On Land " ) while the band gives it's listeners lyrics that can be heartbreakingly beautiful ( " ...dreams burn but in ashes are gold " ) or playful and witty ( " we got four eyes so why yearn for one prespective ?.. " they ask , celebrating freedom of thought ) .
This might not be anybody's thing . Rebelious teenagers for example would probably seek for something angrier . This doesn't change the fact though that this is top quality songwritting . People who have enjoyed current pop folk artists before , people who cherished the work of let's say , Tracy Chapman , Suzanne Vega , Feist ofcourse , Jens Lakeman , Jack Johnson and Josh Rouse , will be delighted with this piece of music so well-crafted as an antique classic violin
It's amazing how rich a sound two acoustic guitars and two voices can produce . The mood here varies from happy ( " Boat Behind " ) to melancholic ( " Me In You " ) to zen-like ( the hypnotic " Scars On Land " ) while the band gives it's listeners lyrics that can be heartbreakingly beautiful ( " ...dreams burn but in ashes are gold " ) or playful and witty ( " we got four eyes so why yearn for one prespective ?.. " they ask , celebrating freedom of thought ) .
This might not be anybody's thing . Rebelious teenagers for example would probably seek for something angrier . This doesn't change the fact though that this is top quality songwritting . People who have enjoyed current pop folk artists before , people who cherished the work of let's say , Tracy Chapman , Suzanne Vega , Feist ofcourse , Jens Lakeman , Jack Johnson and Josh Rouse , will be delighted with this piece of music so well-crafted as an antique classic violin
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music from the humble and honest heart
These young guys have no pretense of grandiosity. They write honest music from their humble but open and vulnerable hearts, and this is why it sticks. This is why it touches. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Gerrit Spriet
Chilled Music for Quiet Souls
This is an exceptional piece of music by two excellent musicians,who have great vocals and neat guitar work. Read more
Published 4 months ago by RobV
beautifull cd of real musicians
A simple setting giving a beautiful balanced sound: easy, warm, lovely songtexts, perfect sound.
The 2 voices are working great together making one harmonious sound. Read more
The 2 voices are working great together making one harmonious sound. Read more
Published 13 months ago by realmusic
no copy of paul simon here
the latest offering from kings of convenience..brilliant in its guitar playing and singing.the boys from sweden have done it again,this is no simon/garf copy from the sixties. Read more
Published 19 months ago by ggguitar
Superb
My wife took a punt and bought this album for my birthday on the strength of the reviews. She didn't get it wrong. Read more
Published on 17 May 2010 by C Discerning
five star all the way
Downloaded this album and have listened to all day, either on speakers, in car or with ear phones. Love all tracks but the use of stringed instruments give depth to several... Read more
Published on 5 April 2010 by Mrs. Jacqueline A. Newman
Perfect
Shipment and delivery of the cd were flawless. Kings of Convenience continue to impress with their relaxed style of music.
Published on 1 Feb 2010 by V. Hibbert
A TRADE MARK!
AT THE VERY FIRST BEGINNING OF THE MUSICAL CAREER OF THIS SPLENDID ACT,I BEGAN TO AIR THEIR MUSIC THROUGHOUT THE DIFFERENT EMISSIONS OF MY RADIO SHOW IN PERU:... Read more
Published on 31 Jan 2010 by HELENE RAMOS
Top marks
Very good album, I've become very attached to some songs on this album and then now feature in my playlists. Recommended.
Published on 15 Jan 2010 by A. McCarthy
Bloody awesome - amazing!!
These guys just keep getting better and better! If you already enjoy the earlier KOC albums, this will top those! Go out and buy this - you will not be disappointed!!
Published on 18 Dec 2009 by Iain Coldwell
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