The Verve - Forth
Wednesday, August 27, 2008
After a 9 year hiatus, (not technically a breakup/reunion since you need to reach 10 years in my book), the Verve are back with a proper 4th cd. After just a few songs you feel like its '96 all over again when the Brit Rock music scene was actually good and the Verve along with Oasis, Blur and Pulp were on top of the world. The music of the Verve is one that takes a few listens, the layers are thick and the mood is tense and dark at times. Forth opens with "Sit And Wonder" a sonic landscape with swirling guitars, re verb and trademark Ashcroft vocals. Track 2 "Love Is Noise" features an interesting loop in the background with light keyboards and a heavy bass line. Track 3 "Rather Be" is the closest to sound of Urban Hymns and more of a straightforward song with little complexity. The melody is quite nice and the song flows and will make an excellent radio single. Over the next few songs the Verve showcase their psychedelic influences and meander thru with multiple tempo changes. I am happy to see the Verve back together and playing in top form. Richard Ashcroft had a pathetic solo career and it goes to show how important Nick McCabe and Simon Jones were to the writing process. With new Oasis on the way, Brit Rock may actually have a chance at a decent revival.
Posted by mardenhill 8/27/2008 08:30:00 PM
Labels: Music
