![]() From there, tracks like "Bone" and "Dirt" encourage a feel good vibe that is contrasted by the vaguely ominous tinges of the otherwise jovial "Trapdoor" and "N.G.R.I. "Sense" starts things off quite nicely, as the piano and woodwind quickly establish the tone while the drums play a more subtle role. ![]() While this can make some of the songs seem underdeveloped, there's also a lot of variety to work with. Like 2012's 12 Bar Bruise before it, the songwriting feels pretty simple as the album's twelve tracks generally stick to humble two-three minute lengths. It's also really nice to see the vocals stripped of the extra filtering and there are some lovely harmonies on display. The production still has some rawness but the lack of fuzz gives the instrumental layers some greater clarity and extra room to breathe, which really highlights the gorgeous flute playing in particular. A lot of this comes down to the drumming, which has a fair amount of power behind it and a heavy presence in the mix without getting too abrasive. There isn't a single bit of distortion to be found as the guitars are entirely acoustic, the percussion pulls from hand drums as well as a full kit, and the extra layers are provided by an array of woodwinds, piano, and harmonica among other things.ĭespite a move to such a tranquil sound, there is no way to restrain the band's signature energy. ![]() In contrast to Quarters' jazzy baroque rock, Paper Mâché Dream Balloon completely gives into a psychedelic folk pop sound that seems reminiscent of The Beach Boys circa Pet Sounds. While the second album that King Gizzard released in 2015 is another easy listening adventure, it also serves as yet another left field swerve into a completely new genre.
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