| ...Sometimes That music sounds like Elephone. When I try to think of how to describe thier music, the only thought that comes to mind is "Dreamy". Thats a good thing. It doesnt put me to sleep. but it does manage to put me into a relaxed state of mind. I don't mean to compare the two bands, but its the same feeling I got when I listened to Interpol's Turn On The Bright Lights for the first time a few years ago.
On The Camera Behind The Camera Behind The Camera, Elephone manages to bring thier guitars to a level that is more atmospheric than it is "in your face rock and roll." And normaly when I hear this much echo and reverb on vocals, my first thought is that they are trying to hide something. I dont think thats the case here though. The reverb and echo actually adds quite a bit to the moody vibe that Elephone has managed to craft. On my first listen to the album, there were moments that didnt quite fit for some reason. almost turned me off to a point. But the more I listened the more those moments became some of my favorites on the album. (Turn On The Bright Lights did that to me as well, and Its now one of my top 10 albums of all time)
This album boasts assistance from quite a few impressive names. It was Mastered by the Great Paul Stubblebine who has worked with artists such as Joy Division, New Order and The Clash. Produced by Chris Cline (...Trail Of The Dead) and Dan Crowell. It also features Hellen Jo (Cellist from Scrabbel)
The Camera Behind The Camera Behind The Camera is an album that you can sing along to as you are dreaming. Its persistent dark hooks and choruses make for an interesting listening session. Even if it takes you a few listens for it to really grab you.
Elephone is from my hometown of San Francisco. And as I sit here typing this... It occurs to me that with thier sound... they have nailed the feeling I get when I visit my home. They are on Three Ring Records. A Label that has been so kind to send me lots of music to listen too recently. Every album I get from this label, I enjoy. They are quickly becoming a favorite of mine.
Elephone will be playing Posmear Live with Hello Stranger at Club Fred on August 26th. 2006.
You can order thier album at thier website or download it on Itunes You can check out some more of thier tracks on myspace as well.
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