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Sunday, April 5, 2009

The Broken West- Now Or Heaven


If you are looking for something light and fun, melodic and straightforward, the Broken West is the band for you. Their debut “I Can’t Go On, I’ll Go On” left many people excited about the potential of this band. They were something new, unashamed of pop aspirations while maintaining a low-key, natural feel to their music. Letting the Broken West do what feels natural is working out very well for the band. On Now Or Heaven, we see the Broken West maturing a little, but still staying breezy and warm. “Gwen, Now and Then” opens up the album, unassuming and innocent, can’t help but capture your attention and dance around your head. The delicate “Auctioneer” picks up where “Gwen” left off. Vocalist Ross Flournoy’s delivery is leisurely and amiable, a delight to listen to. “Elm City” drags out a bit, but “Ambuscade” quickly picks it back up with a beautiful, iridescent guitar line. The Broken West let loose with “Perfect Games,” one of the most lively, entertaining songs of the album. The song won’t leave your mind; the paired vocals, lucid beat, and angled guitar matching up to complete song writing perfection. “House of Lies” is vivacious, yet discreet, sinking its claws into you with little chance of escape. On “Terror for Two” we hear the band doing what it does best, writing pop songs for the intelligent. “Embassy Row” closes out the album, a wonderful, glistening song that is modest and alluring. The Broken West have crafted a gorgeous indie-pop album. It is far from perfect, and the album features a few lulls, but overall it’s a pleasurable experience. It’s not the type of record you completely focus, but it’s the perfect companion, and will leave you feeling warm and cozy inside.

8.3/10

Key Tracks: “Gwen, Now and Then” “Auctioneer” “Perfect Games”


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