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Wanker · 10-31-2005, 02:15 PM

Most bands (as far as I know) have a song that is able to sum up their sound. This song may incorporate all elements at the band's disposal.

For instance:

Blaise Bailey Finnegan III by Godspeed You! Black Emperor - Of course I gotta choose GY!BE as an example. But as their defining song (IMO), it incorporates everything I love about GY!BE into one track. Amazingly powerful crescendos, a massive noise section, sound bites, and an achingly beautiful violin section.

Dear Sons and Daughters of Hungry Ghosts by Wolf Parade - This song encompasses most of Wolf Parade's dynamics (except for the A Silver Mt. Zion-y, post rock-y song, Dinner Bells). It has catchy beats, hooks, lyrics and... well the song is the catchiest damn song I've ever friggin heard.

Please, add more.

10-31-2005, 02:15 PM	#1
Wanker 107 reasons why Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Box Company Cubicle: #4815162342 Posts: 9,968	A Band's Defining Song Most bands (as far as I know) have a song that is able to sum up their sound. This song may incorporate all elements at the band's disposal. For instance: Blaise Bailey Finnegan III by Godspeed You! Black Emperor - Of course I gotta choose GY!BE as an example. But as their defining song (IMO), it incorporates everything I love about GY!BE into one track. Amazingly powerful crescendos, a massive noise section, sound bites, and an achingly beautiful violin section. Dear Sons and Daughters of Hungry Ghosts by Wolf Parade - This song encompasses most of Wolf Parade's dynamics (except for the A Silver Mt. Zion-y, post rock-y song, Dinner Bells). It has catchy beats, hooks, lyrics and... well the song is the catchiest damn song I've ever friggin heard. Please, add more. Last edited by Wanker; 11-01-2005 at 01:21 AM.