Monday, August 6, 2012

Like a lick of Ice-Cream

Let be known that despite this album being four years old, it is one of my favorites.  For my one hundred eighth pick.

Artist - Thao with the Get Down Stay Down
Album - We Brave Bee Stings and All
Released - 2008
Label - Kill Rock Stars
Genre - Folk Rock

Tracks:
Side One
Beat (Health, Life and Fire)
Bag of Hammers
Big Kid Table
Swimming Pools
Geography
Feet Asleep
Side Two
Yes, Soon and So On
Fear and Convenience
Violet
Travel
We Go
Tallymarks (Live)
You Really Got a Hold on Me

Thao with the Get Down Stay Down is pure, raw and sweet.  I guess those are the only words I can think of that describes this band. When I was at the record store a few weeks ago, I saw this album.  My friend even mentioned it to me, pointing it out, but I did not buy it at that moment.  Two days ago, I was in an emotional funk and needed to get out of my house and get away from painting that I went back to the record store (End of Ear in Austin, Texas) and picked up this record along with 4 other vinyl records.  Man, buying vinyl records can be pretty pricey, but if you look, it is rewarding.  Anyway, back to this album.  So not only is this band a great band, but each song is so perfectly played and well sung.  On this record, my favorite is Bag of Hammers and You Really Got a Hold On Me.  Definitely one worth checking out.

Enjoy!

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