Yeasayer Ease the Move East

Yes, I'm abandoning this little island town in a few silver flecks beyond the three month mark.

WTF? Oh, definitely.

Thankfully, to bridge my headspace between East and West, Yeasayer have come along with works of resplendent harmonizing, an oasis heavy glow, and a galloping army of majestic strength.

They also gave hats off to Nusrat Fateh Ali Kahn in their band influences.

Their songs are both delicate and purposeful, graceful and sturdy. By the end of 2080, it sounds like they've convinced all the kids in the kampung that singing along is more fun than riding three to a bicycle. I say snake eyes.

Yeasayer - 2080
Yeasayer - Final Path

The album is being released on NY label Monitor, the same label that put out Indian Jewelry's album last year, which hexed me in a similar manner. So far, the release date is TBA circa the fall, meaning it will presumably come out subsequent to my flight across the great blue ocean. At least they have hot towelettes on the airplane.

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-Tara