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| In 2004, when Death Cab for Cutie signed to Atlantic Records, fans questioned whether their foundation sound would be thrown out the door. Frontman Ben Gibbard reassured listeners their direction was set, and there was nothing to fear. The band kept their promise. Its 2005 release Plans succeeded in balancing the new fans with loyal Washingtonians.
After spending the majority of 2006 touring nationwide in support of Plans, Death Cab For Cutie took to the studio to embark on their latest album, Narrow Stairs. The record is filled with different layers of emotions and a complete sound that keeps the listener attentive.
The album sets off with the staunch “Bixby Canyon Bridge.” What starts out as an eerie guitar strum is soon soothed by the sincerity in Gibbard’s voice. As the intensity builds, Gibbard rings out, “When everyone you meet / They all seem to be asleep / And you wonder if you’re missing your dreams.”
Their first single, “I Will Possess Your Heart,” features an extended four minute intro that has a deafening bass line pushing it forward.
Likewise, “Long Division” provides a fast-paced record, driven by Nick Harmer’s heart-beating bass line. The vibe of the record is masked by the symbolic lyrics as Gibbard sings, “And they carried on like long division / Cause it was clear with every page / Oh, that they were further away / From a solution that would play.”
Narrow Stairs wins over with a supply of guitar-fr ... |
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