In both a literal and figurative sense, they're not the band they used to be - they're so much more, and for a variety of reasons (but mostly the accessibility and sheer inventiveness of it all), their new album is definitely their best yet.
Considering the band was all but dead in the water not so long ago, All Hail Bright Futures is a remarkable comeback record.
Compositionally, most of this record is demonstrative of what the group do best: insistent genre-hopping, flashy displays of technical prowess, and a heavy dose of Irish excitement.
It's interesting but frustrating in equal measures, however it is sure to please fans who know what they're in for.
All Hail Bright Futures withers under the glare of its own garish spotlight, and no amount of zest, pep or joviality can save it.
Effusion pétillante de guitares évanescentes. Réveil cotonneux à l’aurore, dans l’écrin nacré d’une crique tahitienne. Chœurs angéliques Devin Townsendiens, et polyphonies de vahinés Shadoks distribuant les Aloha sur fond de mille-feuilles sonore, de clap-clap joyeux et de dentelle twin à pied léger. Rando en sandales dans une jungle vert-arc-en-ciel luxuriante. Bienvenue sur All Hail Bright Futures, ... read more
1 | Eunoia 2:13 | 85 |
2 | Big Thinks Do Remarkable 3:51 | 95 |
3 | Like a Mouse 2:39 | 80 |
4 | Ambulance 4:27 | 90 |
5 | The Stay Golden 3:25 | 75 |
6 | Rats On Rock 2:58 | 70 |
7 | Trails 1:59 | 70 |
8 | Mend and Make Safe 4:22 | 85 |
9 | Ka Ba Ta Bo Da Ka 4:00 | 65 |
10 | Things Amazing 1:31 | 80 |
11 | All Hail Bright Futures 4:11 | 90 |
12 | Young Brave Minds 7:22 | 95 |