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01. "Ancient Baby"
02. "A Mummy At The Lake"
03. "Boogie Woogie"
04. "Cold Picture"
05. "Copy Body"
06. "Drinking Tang"
07. "Little Brave Friends"
08. "Hey, Come On!"
09. "Hocus Pocus"
10. "A Strobelight On A Dumb Dancefloor"
11. "Wizard Wednesdays"
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 | | Description: | Three-piece US experimental indie-rock band Thee More Shallows released three albums and a couple of EPs back in the early 00â??s, garnering widespread critical acclaim and a cult following before the band disbanded. Each of the members moved into new phases of their lives. Now, frontman Dee Kesler has emerged from the wilderness working under the Thee More Shallows moniker again with the help of some previous band members and some new musicians. â??Dad Jamsâ?? is an indie-pop ode to waking up middle aged with kids. Musically, it retains the adventurous, experimental edge of previous Thee More Shallows albums, but it is also rooted in a stronger pop sensibility, with plenty of bouncy, hooky melodies that burrow into the mind for days. First single â??Ancient Babyâ?? rockets the album open with an invigorating blast of psychedelic hippy-infused pop, its weaving flute refrain becoming more and more embedded in the mind with each return. â??Boogie Woogieâ?? builds around a restrained synth groove that surprises and delights with crystalline harmonies in the sort of way bands like Foster The People and The Temper Trap combine sensitive emotive themes in a tightly packed indie formula. Elsewhere on the album the catchy warped acoustic melodies of â??Drinking Tangâ?? expand into bubbly synths and ice-cream sweet reflective heart-tugging goodness, and â??Hey, Come On!â?? moves more sparsely with a distant drum machine underpinning melancholic lyrics. Each track on this record unfurls in its own way, with more and more sonic gems to find on each listen. â??Dad Jamsâ?? is probably the coolest album anyoneâ??s ever written about fatherhood. The albumâ??s playful melting pot of sounds combines eccentric experimentation with perfect epic pop moments, achieving the mysterious feat of merging electronic, experimental and indie rock genres seamlessly for an intriguing set of incredibly engaging earworms. - "Dad Jams" is a CD release by Thee More Shallows, issued by the independent label Monotreme / Cargo, and presents a meticulously crafted collection of songs that balance experimental indie rock with accessible, melodic songwriting. The album offers a rich palette of textures: shimmering guitars, subtle electronic elements, and carefully layered arrangements that reward both casual listening and deep, attentive immersion. Rhythmic shifts and dynamic contrasts keep the tracks constantly evolving, while warm, intimate vocals carry themes that feel personal yet open enough for listeners to project their own stories. The production favors clarity and atmosphere over bombast, creating a soundscape that is detailed, spacious, and emotionally resonant. As a CD edition, "Dad Jams" invites front-to-back listening, with a thoughtful sequencing that makes the record feel like a cohesive narrative rather than a mere collection of songs.
Thee More Shallows are known as a thoughtful, sonically adventurous indie band, operating in the space between art rock, subtle electronics, and introspective songwriting. Over the years, they have earned a dedicated cult following for their meticulous arrangements, dynamic use of silence and space, and their ability to weave emotional intensity into understated performances. Their music is often praised for its emotional depth, textural richness, and willingness to experiment without losing sight of strong melodies and song structures. With "Dad Jams," the band underline their reputation as careful craftsmen of mood and atmosphere, further expanding their catalog with a work that feels both mature and quietly ambitious.
Monotreme / Cargo function as an independent conduit for distinctive, often genre-defying artists, focusing on releases that combine artistic integrity with strong identity. Known for supporting bands that operate slightly off the mainstream path, the label emphasizes high-quality physical editions, carefully curated rosters, and long-term artist development instead of short-term trends. Their collaboration with Thee More Shallows on "Dad Jams" continues a tradition of championing nuanced, emotionally rich music, and ensures that this CD stands not only as a document of the band's creative vision but also as part of a broader, carefully selected catalog of independent music. | | | Manufacturer No.: |
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