Oh boy! Folk music! Yeah, I said it, and for good reason. The Fleet Foxes have just come out with a stunning Folk album in their first official LP, Fleet Foxes. During this 11 track odyssey, the Fleet Foxes construct tightly knit pop tunes that could be enjoyed by you or your grandpa. The key to their success lies in their comfort as a band. They accept their AM radio rock and Folk influences, while managing to breathe fresh air into the storied genre. The Fleet Foxes expertly employ the heavy use of a cappella and reverb to give their album a unique feel. They then build off of this originality by using lush instrumentation to create landscapes only possible in dreams. However, at some points the Fleet Foxes only appeal to a patient listener that appreciates both lyrical content and composition. Basically, I'm saying that these guys can be a little boring if your looking for a quick hitting pick me up. So, if you have some time and enjoy classic music give the Fleet Foxes a shot. In the meantime check out their myspace to get a picture of what's going on. After playing through the LP a couple of times, the Fleet Foxes can really grow on you. Just like a good water ice Fleet Foxes is a nice summer treat. Standouts include; White Winter Hymnal, Ragged Wood, and He Doesn't Know Why. Cool album cover too..
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