It drifts in listless circles, waiting maybe too patiently for the other, mightier Jesu to come along.
I find this record emotionally compelling in ways I cannot explain,
it just resonates with me. It’s not impressive from a technical standpoint, but Justin Broadrick (this is a one man project), knows how to use distortion, and specific drum clangs and guitar tones to elicit thoughts and emotions. The lyrics are esoteric and surreal, and the sweet vocals compliment the harshness of the music. The sonic textures utilized on these songs are enthralling and it’s always like I am ... read more
BEST – 1, 3, 5
01. Homesick – 8 – I really liked it, but the rough guitar at 3:45 felt a touch off, keeping this from having a consistent beautiful sound.
02. Comforter – 6.5 - Okay, a conundrum. Again, the lyrics are simplistic, but I appreciate them more than I would had I seen them in Paramore or Sunshine and the Rain. I like the rhyme of “falter,” “fall,” and “all,” but the music didn’t hold up.
03. Everyday I Get Closer to ... read more
1 | Homesick 5:58 | |
2 | Comforter 7:10 | |
3 | Everyday I Get Closer to the Light From Which I Came 7:32 | |
4 | The Great Leveller 17:25 | |
5 | Grey Is the Colour 4:34 |