A bright sunny afternoon, and somewhat broken-hearted, I sit with pen in hand, trying to write songs of lament and sadness, but alas, all I can do is put Bob Dylan's "Don't Think Twice, It's Alright," on repeat, hoping that some of his lyrical genius and monumental provocations spill into me and help me with my sad little musings. But, no. That doesn't happen.
So instead, I opt for playing Feist's new album Metals, which (as I knew it would be) is brilliant. I want to say that it's probably her saddest and most haunting(?) album. Maybe that's not the best way to say it, but it definitely lacks some of the more youthful spontaneity of her previous releases. If you're looking for songs like "1234" or "Mushaboom," you probably won't find them here, but instead Feist grants us the pleasure of listening to the dynamic, beautiful presence of "The Bad In Each Other," the soft, solemn hymn that is "Caught a Long Wind," and the renegade bombardment of "A Commotion."
It's definitely her most daring effort, considering it's been four years since her last release, and she took an extended break from writing and creating music. Like any artist, it takes time to re-examine your place in the world, and find out what you want to say and the right medium and moment to say it. (I'm talking to you Fiona Apple!) I definitely recommend this album for Feist listeners or the human population in general. It beats the garbage on the radio...just saying.
Also, I ripped a friend's Gogol Bordello mix, and I'm pretty excited to get into that considering I've seen the band perform at ACL a few years back, and it was a fuckin' rad show. But, like any sunny day, it requires a spiffy tune to wash it down. So, I leave you with this little nugget. Peace!
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