One of my favorite Raleigh bands has a release coming out in a few weeks. The Love Language drops “Libraries” July 13 on Carrboro’s Merge Records. This is their second album; their first self-titled album was released in February 2009 and received national attention.
I am happy to report two things about their new album. First of all, you can listen to the whole thing online at the album page on mergerecords.com (look for the link under the album cover). Secondly, I am confident that you and everyone else will agree they have completely, totally, without-a-doubt avoided any semblance of a sophomore slump. The album is grand in scope and demands multiple listens. The opening track, “Pedals”, abounds with layers of lush strings, jangly piano, big drums, soaring lead and harmony vocals, and their signature distorted guitars. We immediately know we’re in for something big here.
Every track on the album is a highlight, with more and more revealed each listen. I’ve posted the first ‘single’ from the album below (hosted on mergerecords.com). But do get over to the Merge Records page and give the whole thing a listen. It’s worth it. Even brought me out of blogging semi-retirement!
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