The Tallest Man On EarthThe Wild Hunt
Dead Oceans Records [2010]
Fire Note Says: The Tallest Man On Earth invites you to sit down, take your shoes off and enjoy!
Album Review:
Kristian Matsson proves that you don't need anything more then an interesting voice and a working guitar to release a stellar album. His Tallest Man On Earth vehicle has just released its sophomore record, The Wild Hunt which is easily his best. After the first line of the first song you will instantly compare Matsson's voice to Dylan because it is truly similar and even his acoustic folk offering breathes Dylan but The Tallest Man On Earth stands up to this high bar, as The Wild Hunt grabs you with its intensity. The record is not a laid back affair, as the strumming has a quickened pace and you can just hear how Matsson takes no prisoners on the strings. It is an album that captures your attention on the first spin and only gets better with repeat listens, as the tight production brings his voice to life and showcases his emotional range. The Wild Hunt has all its cylinders firing and the record concludes with the unexpected piano number "Kids On The Run" that completely separates Matsson from the Dylan comparison and drives home the fact that The Tallest Man On Earth is an unique artist to start watching!
Key Tracks: "The Wild Hunt", "King Of Spain", "Kids On The Run"
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-Reviewed by Christopher Anthony
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