Flaws - Bombay Bicycle Club [CD Album]

Description: Flaws - Bombay Bicycle Club [CD Album] - New Sealed Product Description Flaws marks a significant change of direction from Bombay Bicycle Club's debut album I Had the Blues But I Shook Them Loose. Recorded in between touring overa year and a half after finishing their debut record, much of Flaws was recorded in singer Jack Steadman's bedroom and produced by Jack himself. This collection of stripped-down acoustic folk songs shows a completely different side to the band, with influences from the likes of Neil Young, Joni Mitchell, John Martyn and Nick Drake. The album includes title track "Flaws" (a duet with Lucy Rose) and the single "Ivy & Gold". Review There was a vogue last year for second albums that were markedly different to the artists in question's debuts. Jack Penate, The Maccabees and The Horrors all changed direction, and mostly for the better. The latter in particular earned praise for their about-turn, from mediocre goth-rock to a tantalising blend of krautrock and post-My Bloody Valentine drone. Bombay Bicycle ClubBBC to their friendshave arguably effected the most radical volte-face of all. Their first album, 2009's I Had The Blues But I Shook Them Loose, was promising indie noise-pop, also bearing a pleasing MBV influence. Right at the end of the album, though, there was a relatively pared-down piece of poignant acoustica called "The Giantess" that, little did we know, pointed the way towards their second release. Flaws, co-produced by guitarist/backing vocalist Jamie MacColl's dad Neil (brother of Kirsty, son of folkie Ewan) and mainman Jack Steadman (lead vocals, guitar, xylophone, banjo), is almost entirely acoustic, whether it's the original material or the coversthere's a version of John Martyn's "Fairytale Lullaby", while Swansea features lyrics from the Joanna Newsom track of the same name. Deeper investigation of BBC's catalogue will reveal that their single B sides were often acoustic, but still, hearing a whole album of folk, blues and country-inflected ballads (apparently inspired by Harry Smith's Anthology of American Folk Music) from the NME's Best New Band of 2010 still feels quite odd. Even the faster numbers are steeped in traditional music. On opener "Rinse Me Down" and second track "Many Ways", the rhythms are gently skittering, like rustic drum'n'bass played by early 20th century farm hands. Steadman's vocal stands outits tremulous quality may be a hangover from, as the story goes, embarrassment at being overheard singing as a kid, but it heightens the sense of an authentically troubled spirit exorcising his demons in the quietly devastating manner of a Nick Drake. On "My God" his voice is disconcertingly double-tracked, as though haunted by his ghostly twin. "Dust on the Ground" is perhaps most striking, not least because it is a folk rendition of a track from that debut album that proves how abrupt this change of direction was, not to mention how adaptable Steadman's melodies are. --Paul Lester Find more music at the BBC This link will take you off -- in a new window Features Another high quality item sold by Attic Discovery Shop. All our items are listed with great care. We take pride in offering accurate listings, so that buyers receive what is expected and this is reflected in our feedback. All new products are guaranteed to be factory sealed. Pre-owned media is clearly listed as used, meticulously inspected, and refurbished when necessary using our state-of-the-art disc cleaning equipment, ensuring discs are in top condition. Details Fast Shipping You're already purchasing the item. Why pay additional for shipping, especially slow shipping? We get your order shipped out within 1-business day and delivered to your doorstep as quickly as possible. Competitive Pricing With our dynamic pricing model, our prices are always competitive. Our prices are some of the lowest that you will find on the internet. Rest assured that you're getting a good deal when purchasing with us. 60-day Money Back Guarantee Here at Attic Discovery Shop we are committed to making sure that you leave this transaction satisfied. Buy with confidence, knowing we have carefully checked this item, to ensure it is 100% authentic and of high quality. If you're unhappy with the product for any reason, you may return it back for your money-back or a replacement within 60 days. No questions asked!

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