Red of Tooth and Claw

February 16, 2008

I realize that I’ve been missing for the last four days, but I’ve been sick and haven’t felt like writing too much. Luckily, I’m on the up-and-up and I’ve gotten the chance to catch up on some new music so you can look forward to regular posting soon. Now that I’ve gotten that out of the way, onto some more important things… like the new Murder by Death album. The name of the album is Red of Tooth and Claw and from what I’ve heard so far it’s continuing along the same dusty, western path the band started down with In Bocca al Lupo, while implementing a fuller, heavier sound.

The first single from the album, which hits streets on March 4th of this year, is named “Fuego!” (which means “fire” en espanol). The song has that dark, gritty feel that comes with the territory for the band features a bit more of a dynamic range for Adam Turla’s always-improving vocals (although he’s still best when doing the Johnny Cash baritone). The band still make prominent use of cello/guitar interplay on the album, and they seem to be playing with time signatures a bit more, going towards a waltzy feel at times. After the first couple listens, I’d have to claim “Rum Brave” as my favorite track, simply because it’s the most furious, full-speed-ahead track on the album and the drumming kills on that song.

MP3 Murder By Death – Fuego!
MP3 Murder By Death – Rum Brave

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Posted by Taylor in Album Review