Sparklehorse

It's a Wonderful Life

This album feels like grass. It feels like fallen leaves. It feels like laying out on a sunny day finding refuge in the shade of an oak tree. And, for some reason, you know deep down that the world is ending. That not much exists outside of this moment, that the second you leave it’s over. Everything is momentary. And, for some reason, there isn’t sadness or despair to be found, but solace. You notice the way the blades of grass feel on your skin. You notice the way the sunlight ... read more

Although, i do find It's A Wonderful Life quite a front half heavy record where the second half is still emotional grand and their are some under appreciated tracks within them, the power of this record easily comes from the first 7 tracks being amazing from PJ Harvey being an amazing feature and some heart felt and depressing lyrics of Mark which hit you like a truck. Truly, an experience which comes off soft spoken and calmly gentle, one which captivates not necessary with its mellow ... read more

Philadelphia 2021. The year when I first listened to this album and fell for it almost instantly

This album feels like grass. It feels like fallen leaves. It feels like laying out on a sunny day finding refuge in the shade of an oak tree. And, for some reason, you know deep down that the world is ending. That not much exists outside of this moment, that the second you leave it’s over. Everything is momentary. And, for some reason, there isn’t sadness or despair to be found, but solace. You notice the way the blades of grass feel on your skin. You notice the way the sunlight ... read more