REVIEW: The Decemberists/ Heavy Seas Red Sky At Night Saison

It has taken quite a long time for the Decemberists to grow on me. Although they have been around for about 15 years, it is only now that I am beginning to realize their brilliance. At least, enough to write a review of their latest record, What A Terrible World, What A Beautiful World.

THE RECORD: The Decemberists- What A Terrible World, What A Beautiful World- 2015 Capitol Records

I listened to this record driving west on Connecticut Route 68 last week, following a sunset through wooded hills. It was one of those times when the scenery truly complemented the music.

“The Wrong Year” is the song that I listened to first in December, when I first learned the new record was coming out. I think it is a really well-produced track. All of the instruments and vocals are heard when they are supposed to be, and it seems really well-rounded.

There are a quite few upbeat tracks that stick in your head on this one. “Philomena” with its waltz-like tempo and “Anti-Summersong” with its call-and-r

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