
These guys are doing the 80s dance revival thing that's so popular right now. That's not really my thing, so this album wasn't so exciting for me. The music is done well and all but in the end bands like this just make me want to break out my Welcome To The Pleasuredome album. That's right, Frankie Goes To Hollywood for the win.
I did pass this along to some friends who secretly wish they were Molly Ringwald, and I know some of you may be interested in the group, so here's a track. If it's your bag go pick up a copy and tell everyone how awesome it is and how out of touch kilter is. I'll be ok. Really.
Click to play Holy Ghost! - Wait And See

Click to play Silverstein - Medication
I'm just not that into them. It's not them, it's me. They're obviously very talented musicians (listen to the drummer) but I'm over anything that even resembles emo/screamo/whatever. My angst levels are low enough that this doesn't get my blood boiling or even intrigue me. What does intrigue me is how "post-hardcore" as a genre can include this kind of music alongside, say, Fugazi. We're painting with an extremely wide brush there, folks.
I had just about given up and gone back to Girl Talk or The Cave Singers to match my general mood, then the new Explosions In The Sky album came my way. These guys are probably my favorite post-rock band so the timing couldn't have been better.

Click to play Explosions In The Sky - Be Comfortable, Creature
So, even though I can't say it was a wonderful week overall for my musical tastes, I'm sure there's something here for everyone. Grab one (or all) of these albums this week and enjoy.
Oh, and here's the full Silverstein track, in case you're interested. I'd hate to leave you hanging.
Click to play Silverstein - Medication
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