The Pains Of Being Pure At Heart – Days Of Abandon (LP Signed)
Days of Abandon opens with “Art Smock,” and it’s invigorating. It’s a slow-paced track that begins to unravel The Pains of Being Pure at Heart’s genuine emotions—magnetically. Kip Berman’s vocals are soft, clear and paired with the that sweet-sounding guitar, it’s a wonderful start to the album. It hooks you in and eases those muscles. Want to relax? Just listen.
Let’s not forget those beautiful harmonies; depicting the honest lyrics throughout. It’s all dulcet and as I’m writing this, I’m humming along. It’s ornamented beautifully. The subtle keys are truly precious in making this track radiate.
Following is “Simple and Sure,” which is energetic and filled with so much that I cannot even begin to properly explain the elements infused in this song. It’s a wild ride. The vocals are beyond quality—the best. It captures the band’s essence. Everything is solid. It starts off catchy and upbeat, and then magically unveils itself to be full of electronic pick-me-ups and glimmering synths. It ends in the best way humanly possible—which is still sad because the song it over, but there’s always repeat.
Another track, “Beautiful You,” comforts beyond belief. Musically, it’s one of the best songs The Pains of Being Pure at Heart have produced and is six minutes of what makes this band worth hearing and seeing. “Coral and Gold,” is another great masterpiece. It starts off slow-paced then for a brief moment, it’s loud and on a run. I absolutely love the guitar here; it’s as if it’s central to the story. The call and responses vocal melodies are fantastic.
One track you should also have on repeat (and then the whole album) is “Eurydice.” It’s an adventure within the many dimensions of the band’s electrifying energy. I’m one hundred percent sure that this song is unforgettable live.
Towards the end The Pains of Being at Heart introduce “Until The Sun Explodes.” It’s a heavy reminder of what first hooked you in the beginning. Those keys. That guitar. That baseline. Percussion. Oh and the vocals, it’s all exhilarating!
Days of Abandon closes with “The Asp at My Chest,” is a heartfelt end to a perfect morning, afternoon or evening of listening. Berman’s vocals are precious. That subtle horn is a salute I will certainly not forget. Days of Abandon is rich. It’s pure. Hopefully my first time doing a pun was great. Maybe not, but this album certainly is and you should get it.
Label: Yebo Music – YEBO001
Country: US
Media Condition: Near Mint (NM or M-)
Sleeve Condition: Near Mint (NM or M-)
Signed by Kip