- Audio CD (18 May 2009)
- Number of Discs: 1
- Format: Import
- Label: Morr
- ASIN: B001U14HKM
- Other Editions: Audio CD | Vinyl | MP3 Download
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 192,688 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)
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The Wooden Birds- Magnolia
29 May 2011
Format:Audio CD|Amazon Verified Purchase
Just to tell you straight up, the American Analog Set is an incredible band, so much so that I've purchased each one of their albums and have enjoyed them immensely. One of the key components of the AmAnSet is Andrew Kenny's unique and soft vocals that accompany the elegant droning of their music almost too well. Ever since their last album, "Set Free", it seems the band's been on some form of a hiatus and Kenny decided to found a new side project. Which brings us here- The Wooden Birds! How do you describe the sound? Some kind of folksy, raw kind of recording with a similar, reoccurring beat throughout each song. Some would say (and have said on here) that this makes the songs all sound the same and not memorable. Whoa there, pal! Not so! The songs don't even remotely sound the same so much as that they are indistinguishable. In fact, having a similar component (I said SIMILAR) hardly makes them replicas at all. All these songs blend together perfectly, with wonderful highlights around every corner- just as an album should be. I get excited as each song transitions into the next catchy tune! This stuff echoes in my head and I often find myself coming back to it to relive the experience over and over. The fist half of the record showcases a great indie pop mentality with thought-provoking lyrics! Starting at "Quit You Once" is where the album really gets interesting, with a series of three songs that build off of each other and up to "Anna Paula". Kind of reminds me of the AmAnSet's tendency to makes their songs into parts such as "The New Drifters" on "The Golden Band" (which I highly recommend). The last three songs are some of the best on the album, finally fading out with the sensational "Bad", with the beautiful lyrics "We could've tethered our loves together in a makeshift raft". A great, cohesive, and lovely album that I love to play on long bike rides or walks. And I didn't mention Kenny's incredible vocals now paired with a female counterpart. Their duets make up some impressive material! Overall, I find this side project enchanting. I can't wait for their new album "Two Matchsticks" coming out this year! From what I've heard, The Birds are going to utilize many new instruments, even the vibraphone we all know and love from The AmAnSet! Until that band decides to put out a new seminal album, The Wooden Birds fulfill me just fine.
Andrew Kenny is a musical genius
13 May 2009
Andrew Kenny of American Analog Set is one of the most underrated musicians of our time. This is a more intimate portrayal of the music he's been making for 15 years now. I will always check out what this guy has to offer.
Masterpiece!
13 May 2009
I've been counting down the days to the release date for this album like it was Christmas morning. The wait was worth it, Kenny's new outfit offers mix of familiar AAS smooth sound with a rootsier Iron & Wine-ish vibe. Download without delay!
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