Their new album Furr is absolutely fantastic, one of the best LPs to come out this year. So consistent, not a single whiff of filler throughout. It's a lot more focused than Wild Mountain Nation was; not quite so insanely, wildly eclectic at all. Blitzen Trapper instead focus on their 'Sci-Fi Kid' side, that is to say, on making catchy and hook-laden (though still wacky) indie rock. They've also decided to bring out another of their strengths: their more folky, country side features in a number of tracks, and it's a most welcome addition as those songs are among the ones that work best.
Well worth anybody's while to check out. There is nothing in the slightest boring here, so even if it's not your thing, you'll at least find it of some interest if exciting/edgy music takes your fancy.
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