- Audio CD (4 May 2009)
- Number of Discs: 1
- Label: V2
- ASIN: B001RTYKVS
- Other Editions: Audio CD | Vinyl | MP3 Download
- Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 13,469 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)
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Format:Audio CD
Just thought I'd drop a line to say that, I bought this Lp when it came out and, unlike other reviewers, I consider it Richard Swift's best album. Its quality songwriting from start to finish, and if you liked Dressed Up for the Letdown, you'll love this.
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A friend recently asked if I listen to, or merely hear, music. I replied equally pretentiously that I do neither, rather appreciate it, and sometimes, conversely, do not. As such, I appreciate that some people will love this record, but sadly, I am not one of them. It is irrepressibly happy, and takes in various 60s singer-songwriting influences, combines them with some white, falsetto soul and introduces the whole lot to some bouncy keyboards. The resulting collection recalls some forgotten kids' TV themes (the title track, and `A Song For Milton Feher'). It is like Ben Kweller covering Ben Folds tunes, on a sunny day. I'd say infuriatingly light, others may disagree. There is some redemption however in the album's final track, `Lady Luck', a soulful number devoid of whimsy that brings Cold War Kids to mind. Despite this slight salvation, this album I neither wish to listen to or hear again for some while.
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If you like things a little different...
6 Oct 2009
Format:Audio CD
Richard Swift is not a grand slam. Richard Swift is a solid double where the runner slowly steals his way home.
When I brought the CD home I liked only 2 songs, which grew to 3, then 5, then most of the album. My husband went from calling it 'that weird music' to asking how many other CDs Swift has and recommending it to his friends. Its in constant rotation.
The songs have a strong retro center (50s doo-wop, Beatles, motown, player piano) with an electronic veneer. The effect is catchy and a little different, and it sticks in your head. The lyrics are simple and not particularly profound, with themes of loss and contrary points of view/feelings.
Highly recommended.
When I brought the CD home I liked only 2 songs, which grew to 3, then 5, then most of the album. My husband went from calling it 'that weird music' to asking how many other CDs Swift has and recommending it to his friends. Its in constant rotation.
The songs have a strong retro center (50s doo-wop, Beatles, motown, player piano) with an electronic veneer. The effect is catchy and a little different, and it sticks in your head. The lyrics are simple and not particularly profound, with themes of loss and contrary points of view/feelings.
Highly recommended.
Absolutely perfect nostalgia
20 April 2009
Format:Audio CD
I drove 2,100 miles in a Penske Truck and listened to this throughout. It's pure gold... a.m. gold. If you like your pop powerful, thoughtful and varied, this is your perfect album. Sometimes it reminds me of the great band Plush; sometimes it's dead-on Nilsson. I can't recommend this highly enough for those listeners searching for something that is different from 99 and 44/100% of everthing else out there.
p.ssssst. My Amazon name pre-dates this Swiftian review, so don't assume a relation. Thanks.
p.ssssst. My Amazon name pre-dates this Swiftian review, so don't assume a relation. Thanks.
Best Kept Secret
16 April 2009
Format:Audio CD
Accidentally ran into the music of Richard Swift - I went to see Vetiver and liked the opening act even more. Richard Swift has been called a modern day Harry Nilsson - cool info on that found at NPR and baroquepopradio.blogspot.
Younger fans that love Coconut Records & the Shins will fall in love with the Atlantic Ocean.
If you wonder who Harry Nilsson is, sample this:
The Point! (Deluxe Packaging)
Younger fans that love Coconut Records & the Shins will fall in love with the Atlantic Ocean.
If you wonder who Harry Nilsson is, sample this:
The Point! (Deluxe Packaging)
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