Lending further credibility to the theory that this chart has been devised with a geographical bent (it is not true, but hard to disprove) we remain in the Antipodes with The Sleepy Jackson. Although these particular band of Australians seems to have a fascination with the United States as this album has a distinctly Country feel. That would not be the only influence as there are also hints of psychadelia; the band are often compared with the Flaming Lips, although this may have something to do with a similarity in vocal styles as much as musical similarities.
The Sleepy Jackson are dominated by singer/guitarist Luke Steele, who has more recently been involved with electronic duo, Empire Of The Sun, the album retains a band feel. This is probably due to the fact that other members of the band contribute backing vocals. When the band play live they don't sound very much like they do on record. They tend to have a much rockier style and lose a lot of the album's subtulties.
Recommended Track: Come To This
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My favourite track on this album is Rain Falls For Wind.
ReplyDeleteYeah, it was a toss-up between the two.
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