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Track Listings
| 1. Dirty Paws |
| 2. King And Lionheart |
| 3. Mountain Sound |
| 4. Slow And Steady |
| 5. From Finner |
| 6. Little Talks |
| 7. Six Weeks |
| 8. Love Love Love |
| 9. Your Bones |
| 10. Sloom |
| 11. Lakehouse |
| 12. Yellow Light |
Product Description
Product Description
Debut studio album by the Icelandic indie folk group, whose musical style has been compared to Mumford & Sons and Arcade Fire. The album features the hit single 'Little Talks' and debuted at #3 in the UK Albums Chart.
Review
Of Monsters and Men have enjoyed considerable UK radio play in the middle of 2012 – but the truth is, Britain, that we’ve been slow on the uptake. This Icelandic six-piece have already conquered their homeland, vast swathes of continental Europe and, most impressively, that elusive US market: My Head Is an Animal hit number six in the Billboard chart back in April. Yes, we’re lagging behind, but as Jessica Ennis’ fellow heptathletes are saying right now: it’s not the winning that counts, but the taking part.
To Of Monsters and Men, this debut album must feel old. It was released in 2011 in Iceland. But the beauty of their hit single, Little Talks, is that its sweet-as-pie boy/girl vocal exchanges, belting brass and enthusiastic shouts of “HEY!” make it a perfect summer anthem. It sounds fresh and invigorating. And it makes perfect sense in the here and now as Mumford & Sons’ music rings out from festival stages.
Mumford’s folk-pop is the obvious comparison here, especially when Raggi Þórhallsson is singing. He has a similar husky delivery. And like Mumford, Of Monsters and Men keep it simple and memorable. These are not complicated melodies, but they are executed with a delicacy that, in quieter moments, echoes The xx (Yellow Light is particularly reminiscent of the London band) – a delicacy that is built upon with pounding drums and pretty pianos, sweeping you up into rousing pop crescendos.
It’s a sugary confection; don’t come here for complexity. But even the most cynical listener can’t help but be lured in by these tunes: in the blink of an eye, you’ll find yourself dancing to Mountain Sound and singing along with Six Weeks. Meanwhile, Slow and Steady and Sloom are atmospheric ballads that sparkle and swoon.
Once you get the message, little of this debut album will surprise. However, its consistency is undeniable. There isn’t a bad pop song here, and the balance between whimsy, sensitivity and boisterous fun is expertly weighted. Little Talks is dominating the airwaves, but Of Monsters and Men are far more than one-hit wonders.
--Paul Clarke
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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
By iPlod
Format:Audio CD|Amazon Verified Purchase
This is a wonderful debut album. It grows on you the more you play it. The icelandic lilt and folksy pop bring to mind a hybrid of Bjork and Arcade Fire. Bjorkade Fire?
26 of 28 people found the following review helpful
By Ron Under
Format:Audio CD|Amazon Verified Purchase
I heard this band on Dermot O'leary's show on Radio 2, and first play of 'Dirty Paws' had me hooked. That was enough to make me want the whole album, and honestly there is not one duff track on it. It's a lovely refreshing sound and a bit like Mumford & Sons. Definitely worth a punt.
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
By bonzo5
Format:Audio CD|Amazon Verified Purchase
I bought this CD after hearing OMAM on TV at Reading Festival,i was excited by the sound and at 58 years young i'm always looking for something new to excite me!!! Brill album love the female vocals.
23 of 26 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
I have had this album for 2 weeks now and i can't stop listening to it. This icelandic band are very unique in the sounds they produce and their vocals intertwine on a new level.
I highly recommend it!
5/5
I highly recommend it!
5/5
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
By hugbob
Format:Audio CD
Bought for my son but decided to listen to it and really enjoyed. Both singers have distinctive voices but prefer the male voice
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
OMAM is one of those rare albums buried deep beneath the thousands of offerings that come into the charts yearly. In one sense I am glad the band hasn't yet reached acclaimed status in the UK as finding it alone is worth more than any chart position.
It's one of those albums that can be played in 15 years from now and never gets old, fans of Neutral Milk Hotel and Sigur Ros will instantly connect to this band.
It's one of those albums that can be played in 15 years from now and never gets old, fans of Neutral Milk Hotel and Sigur Ros will instantly connect to this band.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
By M. Bird
Format:MP3 Download|Amazon Verified Purchase
I can't say I have many albums that I ever play on repeat, but this album by Of Monsters and Men is so incredibly original that I cannot stop listening to it. There is not a single song on this album that I do not love. The way the lead vocals compliment each other is so refreshing. I first heard Of Monsters and Men on YouTube with their music video to "Little Talks" and intrigued, I purchased the album with high hopes that the rest of the album was as good as Little Talks and it did not let me down. I highly recommend that you purchase this album!
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
By Rising Ape
Format:Audio CD
I am totally in love with Of Monsters And Men, usually with a new band or album I have to listen to it a few times before I love it, but I listened to a few of the songs on YouTube and knew I had to have this. Loved it straight away, buy it you won't regret it.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
Generally excellent
Never losing steam, never letting go and taking no prisoners, Iceland's newest sensation impresses across the board. A blind purchase, but a good one.
Published 2 days ago by Julian De Backer
5.0 out of 5 stars
A real grower..
I bought this album on the back of hearing a few of the 'singles' that were posted on youtube and I have to say that after a number of plays in the car on the way to work I now... Read more
Published 7 days ago by J. Dobson
5.0 out of 5 stars
Wow
This music is just...so amazing to listen to. It's calming and sweet. Listened to it once and became one of my top ten CDs. Read more
Published 9 days ago by Ms. P. Gandy
5.0 out of 5 stars
Strange but Good
I first heard "Little Talk" on the Voice and liked it. I have to say I wasn't too sure about the video, but it didn't put me off. Read more
Published 12 days ago by Mrs Sadie Hickling
5.0 out of 5 stars
Amazing album
Love this album would highly recomend this to anyone looking for 'something different' 5 stars from me.
Geat artist, brilliant!
Geat artist, brilliant!
Published 14 days ago by Cycledroid
5.0 out of 5 stars
STUNNING DEBUT
For me,these are a bit like mixing MUMFORD AND SONS with JOY FORMIDABLE and then adding something unique,i've no complaints with that. Read more
Published 14 days ago by BAZ316
5.0 out of 5 stars
great album from the next great band
excellent album cant wait for there next one. The next big thing since mumford and sons. Cant wait to see them live
Published 15 days ago by dad
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great album!
A friend had recommended Of Monsters and Men to me quite a while before I actually bought the album. Read more
Published 15 days ago by Sophie B
3.0 out of 5 stars
a little samey
Having heard one of the songs on the radio, I though well here's something different, and unusual. Unfortunately I found all of the songs to be along the same thread, making it not... Read more
Published 17 days ago by janey Tarrant
5.0 out of 5 stars
Love Ii
This is one of the best albums I have bought for a very long time, looking forward to the next one.
If you enjoy their music don't be cheap! Read more
If you enjoy their music don't be cheap! Read more
Published 18 days ago by K. Katny
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