Maps & AtlasesPerch Patchwork
Barsuk Records [2010]
Fire Note Says: Debut full-length from Maps & Atlases expands on previous EP ideas to form their own brand of indie-folk!
Album Review:
Most people get scared when they hear the term "art rock" used to describe a band. It really can mean everything from crazy noise to crickets chirping but in the case of the full length debut from Chicago's Maps & Atlases, the term can be used to simply label the meticulous style and organic thickness their music possesses. Especially as Perch Patchwork is easily their most accessible piece of work to date that expands on their previous ideas captured on EPs and develops them further by adding pop vocal moments that have pinicle melodies which turn into the glue that holds the tracks together perfectly. Perch Patchwork not only brings the bands synchronized harmonies to the forefront but also delivers a multitude of instruments that blend a nice backdrop to the strong songwriting. The instrumentation accomplishes one unified sound while emphasizing the similarities between an array of strings, horns, percussion, and even a variety of toy instruments. The record was produced by Jason Cupp (The Elected, Nurses), drops next week and is just a nice sounding indie album to settle down with - over and over!
Key Tracks: "Living Decorations", "The Charm", "Israeli Caves"
Bands With Similar Fire:
Fleet Foxes
TV On The Radio
Chet
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-Reviewed by Christopher Anthony
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