Grizzly Bear are a Brooklyn based psychedelic quartet producing a very intimate style of art-rock, some call it chamber pop, referring to a very laid back feeling. It’s sophisticated, intriguing and it constantly challenges the listener to take a closer look at their warm, lush sound.
Like their more subtle Yellow House, Veckatimest is very much a record that needs to be played over and over. With that, it might seem hard to enjoy for a novice music listener as it demands much of your attention to fully appreciate every off-sheltered drum tap or elegantly placed guitar strike.
It’s no secret that I’ve been a big fan of the Grizzly Bear repertoire, from the very first time I heard the Yellow House stand-out “The Knife” to Daniel Rossen’s 2008 side project ‘Department of Eagles’.
They have a strive for perfection that’s uncanny, a dedication that only grows with each effort.
It has been most anticipated by many, others declare this as “old people music” or boring. The Needle Drop calls them ‘this generation’s Beach Boys’, then again others say it emulates their style.
Hype or no hype, it undeniably will be an influential piece in indie rock history.
Right now I still like Yellow House more, but i have no doubt that same feeling will happen for Veckatimest, I rather stay fascinated. To me it’s almost perfect.
MP3: Grizzly Bear – Cheerleader
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Anthony F.
June 1st, 2009
Thanks for the link, dood.
jos
June 2nd, 2009
Gladly given.