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 enlarge | Artist: Vampire Weekend
Label: Xl Recordings
Category: Music
List Price: $14.98
Buy New: $7.34
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Avg. Customer Rating:  139 reviews
Sales Rank: 209
Media: Audio CD
Discs: 1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.2
Dimensions (in): 5.4 x 5 x 0.5
MPN: 40318
UPC: 634904031824
EAN: 0634904031824
ASIN: B0010V4TZU
Release Date: January 29, 2008
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Better Than A Pint Of AB Negative October 8, 2008
2 out of 4 found this review helpful
I listened to this album without any expectations and was pleasantly suprised. It is exactly the kind of indie pop/rock that I get into. Everyone's tastes vary so listen to the samples before buying, but if you like upbeat alt rock like Fountains of Wayne, then this is probably to your tastes as well.
I can hear a blend of influences from the Postal Service to other hard to name 80's bands and more. The lead vocalist espcially reminds me some 80's singer, but I can't put my finger on it. The harmoies are good, intrumental playing well done and production is excellent. Some orchestal instrumention is smattered into the tracks, but I don't find it overdone. And it is catchy. Very, very catchy. I've had it spinning about 6 times through today and still have not gotten bored with it.
Standouts for me are:
* Mansard Roof (no idea what that is but this song makes me want to Google it)
* Cape Cod Kwassa Kwassa - with a title like that, it has to be good
* Bryn - nice welsh sound to it
* One (Blake's Got A New Face) - good for you Blake ol boy!
* Walcott (Get out of Cape Cod tonight!)
* The Kids Don't Stand A Chance - slow builder and a great closer to the album
Is this a classic in the making? Perhaps, perhaps not. Most of all it is a fun album, and should be listened to with that in mind. Please to enjoy.
With A Name Like "Cape Cod Kwassa Kwassa," It Has To Be Good October 8, 2008
Right out of New England comes the College Rock sensation Vampire Weekend, and in tow they bring textbooks and lots of hype, complete with some afro-pop. What kind of combination is this? Well, being in the album's target demographic, I would say it's a great mix of smart lyrics and original rock that make for one heckuva indie pop rock album.
Songs like "Oxford Comma" point out the ridiculousness of the English Grammar system saying, 'Who gives a frak about an Oxford Comma?' It's easy to breeze by the lyrics on songs like these, but if you blink, you might miss a great piece of smart and witty lyrical poetry. You can bet you'll spend many a minute delving into the linear notes.
Between all the preppiness and college insider songs, you have fun and quirky dance songs like the immensely popular "A-Punk." "Cape Cod Kwassa Kwassa" (love that name) also provides for some fun, and highlights the infectious reggae guitar beats of the band. I just want to know what Peter Gabriel thinks of the song.
In fact, I could only find one real quibble on this album, and that's the shout-back vocals on "One," which sounds the old Pizza Hut pizza mascot from the old commercials. You know, that incredibly annoying piece of pizza that was their mascot back in the 90s I think it was? Anyways, that's what those vocals sound like. Another minor quibble might be the length, since the whole album clocks in at 30 minutes, but hey, the album is cheap enough and I'm not complaining.
Overall, while I don't see much appeal for the album outside the indie rock or college arena, I do see a fun and quirky indie pop rock album with smart originality and flair. Call it nerd rock, call it frat rock, call it a college radio station's dream, I'm calling it a Vampire Weekend, and I hope this weekend never ends, because everybody hates Mondays.
Indie Pop Perfection September 16, 2008
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
I've really had enough of people criticizing this band because of how simple and "poppy" their sound is. Creating quality, ridiculously catchy pop songs is an art in itself. These guys write infectious pop songs, and they keep things interesting musically too by adding beautiful string arrangements, synths, and quirky, creative drumming. This is a solid album that, as with any truly good album, does not necessitate the use of a "skip" button. I've listened to this record dozens of times and it still holds my interest with every listen. This band is not the most innovative indie band on the scene, but that's obviously not what they are going for. If you want music that is more unique sounding, or less accessible, or whatever, then that's fine, it is out there. This, however, is just solid, fun, catchy music that really holds up over repeated listens. This band is light years away from the run of the mill pop-rock bands out there, and they have truly established their own voice in a flooded market.
Fun and Happy September 15, 2008
This is the most fun CD I've heard in years! It makes me want to dance on a beach. Very reggae-esk---however, I don't like reggae usually, so don't let that description turn you off. They are extremely creative with a lot of different sounds (one song sounds like an Irish jig to me). This is the best driving music and you just want to sing along and smile. I would give this CD a five star if it wasn't so short...I just feel like it's too short (10 songs---but lots of songs are pretty short)....it's just over too soon. The only bad song "Blake's Got a New Face"---the chorus is just awful....what were they thinking? Every other song is awesome!
Pretty Cool September 15, 2008
TI love this cd! It takes me back to the glory days of The O.C. I really love track 2 and track 8
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