The gentle organ and rhythm section rules throughout. It comes as no surprise to learn that this album was recorded in Berlin, the song titles and general atmosphere of the album feels steeped in it’s past, from Tram 21 to the obvious In Berlin, it reeks of the dark and Eastern past of the city. The high vocal harmonies add an angelic edge to their darker, more edgy songs like After The Call which seems to brood, the guitars feel darker and more immersed in the production until the song bursts to live, the riffs click up a gear and suddenly the song lurches into overdrive. They seem to have taken some lessons from their recent tour partners, The Arcade Fire, as well, the music feels slightly more uplifting, almost anthemic in quality. Kicking off with the mesmeric The Greater Times and recent single To The East, your welcomed with their usual rhythmic bass lines and chiming guitars. This, their fourth long player, is their most focused album to date, seemingly maturing like a fine wine, this might not win over many news fans, but existing fans will find plenty to enjoy.
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