★★★☆☆ = Good!
Sounds like?
Golden age emo meets math rock
Moods
Songs I play when walking over to your place
Thoughts
Adds to the typical somber 'classic' emo format with well timed brass and tasteful/tight percussion. All of this additional instrumentation is good with songwriting that builds in a skillful way. I think it's a stretch to call this emo jazz as it's referenced on Wikipedia but it's distinct enough to call out.
‘Honestly’ is a great highlight showing the strengths of this album: mellow catchy introspection breaking into an extended jam type thing; letting emotion and tension playout in a natural way. You can feel the frustration and confusion of a breakup.
This type of genuineness is what drew me to emo initially and is captured beautifully here. Recommended for golden age emo fans who need something more than the pop-punk mold.
More Info
https://www.discogs.com/American-Football-American-Football/release/450722
Listen!
Youtube
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_NfnXdXpjL0
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4Uj2JpvsvX4
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1CU4VGgX0nA
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EsCBUK_mvY4
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mr_DMGZ-JrY
Spotify
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