Trying to figure out the beautiful mess that is Broken Social Scene? I had a hard time seeing why BSS was so universally lauded, but then I realized I loved all the respective members releases...Feist, Kevin Drew, and this album by Brendan Canning. It's like I had to know intimately what each of the members bring to BSS before I could understand the band as a whole.
Well, back to focus on the album in question. Brendan Canning's contribution to the indie music world is very, very welcome and appreciated. It's easily accessible and more poppy than Kevin Drew's equally amazing latest record. From the opening track "Something For All of Us" to "Churches Under the Stairs", this record keeps me on my toes. The funky bass-line of "Love Is New" comes at the perfect moment to remind you that you're listening to something special.
Although, this release isn't a world shocker, it's a fabulous, consistent album.
Very Highly Recommended
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