Says I," The Shins show more diversity
than an assorted biscuit tin at Christmas. With it's the
Beach Boys similar vocals, and glimmer of The Coral's infectious
ditties, "So Says I" is a carefree summery tune
able to get anyone up dancing, whilst cleverly overcoming
the need for cheesy lyrics to accommodate the summery feel. "Saint
Simon" is a prime example of the lyrical mournfulness
and often cynicism often emanated from the band
" The cruel uneventful state of apathy releases me,
I value them but I won't cry every time one's wiped out"
Despite the nonchalant sighs of "La da da dum, la da da da dum" to
end, complacent The Shins are not, using creative metaphors to express meaningful
messages and vivid feelings, the band adopts a unique Belle and Sebastian like
approach, using words to tell a story in each song.
Not one to follow the crowd, "Gone for Good" is a reminder that the
band hail from New Mexico, using western style acoustic guitars and envisioning
a picture of a laid back working day in scorching hot fields.
The Shins strip down their songs right to the bare minimum, and there is no
need for futuristic fancy workings, alongside their ideas which shine intelligent
humour, wryness, cynicism and sadness all in one, the band certainly has something
to grab the listener.
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