Review of The 500 Spirits or the Layers of the Onion
*Disclosure - Listened to this while at work and on crappy computer audio system; so concentration on lyrics was low but enough to feel the mood and instrumentation of the album* Thank you for introducing this record to me. I look forward when it is my turn to suggest an album and listen to other's suggestions as well.
What were your impressions of this album after the first five minutes?
*The first two songs are about the first 5 minutes with the first song being a slower melodic song that sounded like if it was not in the studio it could be a fireside camp song. The second song the singer sounds just like Donovan (to me at least). I like the use of eastern sounds and instruments, flutes etc; sounds very folky
Did those first impressions change as you listened to the album?
*The album was consistent throughout as well as my impressions*
Were the opening 2-3 tracks or the closing 2-3 tracks stronger?
*I feel like the opening 3 tracks were more listenable than the closing 3 tracks, however the final song for me ended on a strong note.*I did not particularly dig the slower track #11
Did you find you enjoyed this album more or less on repeated listens?
*Only listened once*
What was your favourite track?
*3 or 4 stand out. But to pick one i would say Painting Box*
What was your least favourite track?
*My name is Death*
What did you think of the variety of tracks presented?
*Not much variety, most in the same style/mood*
How would you describe the overall mood?
*Laid back, folky. I feel i should have a hooka in my hand*
Would you listen to it again for purposes other than this club?
*Yes* - Already added some songs to both Spotify and Plug.dj playlists
How well do you know this band/artist?
*Had heard the band name before but not any songs*
If you're familiar with this band/artist, how does this album compare to their other work?
*N/A*
How would you improve this album?
*I am not qualified to answer this question*
Would you recommend this album to a friend?
*I would recommend this to people i have met on Plug.dj. But anyone of my personal friends? No. They would not dig it.*
Will you be exploring this band/artists' other material?
*Yes*
What did you think of the vocals?
*Good - I could have sworn Donovan was a guest singer on this album. Very folky.*
What did you think of the instrumentation?
*Excellent. For my ear they all played them well*
What did you think of the production?
*Fine*
Any other thoughts to share?
*No*
Rate the album out of ten. No decimals!
*8*
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