In the Beginning

One Hundred Seventy-Four

Artist - The Dodos
Album - Beware of the Maniacs
Released - 2006
Label - Self Released
Genre - Indie/Folk

Tracks:
Trades & Tariffs
Neighbors
Men
Horny Hippies
Beards
The Ball
Chicken
Bob
Elves
Nerds
Lily

The debut album by The Dodos, Beware of the Maniacs is a very soft record.  In other words, this record reminds me a lot of Visiter, with the way the drums and guitar playing are introduced.  I'm sure it's difficult for artists to release albums without having the same exact sound as the previous record or even making a record totally not like something they would do.  You have to respect being a musician and trying to figure out, to keep the masses entertained or even what you might think is a breakthrough in the recording/writing process.  Trades & Tariffs is such an amazing song.  Maybe it's the fact that I just love Meric's voice.  But to generalize this album more, I really liked listening to this record and thanks, again, to my wonderful roommate who I believe introduced me to The Dodos, I pretty much have enjoyed all the music they put out.

Enjoy!