perfection
Approximately two years ago, I had made a mental note to become familiar with Lambchop's entire discography after buying this live album. Some way or another, I did not follow through right away, but this week has been all about Lambchop. I often become overwhelmed by massive discographies. As a result, I tend to put many artists on hold until I take action and figure out where to begin.
This record is the perfect introduction to your new love for Lambchop. Songwriter Kurt Wagner is quite a quirky fellow. His music has a strong presence of dark humor, wit, and melancholic irony. The lyrics and phrasing are most often narrative but never monotone. His lyrical content and melodies are generally heavyhearted. I especially realize this after finally listening to the studio albums. Sometimes we need some bittersweet sad bastard tunes in our life though. If Lambchop strikes you where it hurts, congratulations on being human! However, most songs on Live At XX Merge have a happier vibe, as they are tailored for a band of eleven highly professional musicians! The live renditions of these songs are also up-tempo in comparison. It's best for putting a giant grin on a face.
Try it out, then look into the studio albums. Backtracking has been a great time this week, especially while comparing the album versions to the live ones. I do not think I would have understood the appeal of Lambchop quite as well if I started from scratch. Live At XX Merge will tell you that you like it!!
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