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| 4.5 superb | John Kisses Boys Hanson STAFF | July 13th 11 |
RIKKI TIKKI RIKKI TIKKI TAVIIII RIKKI TIKKI RIKKI TIKKI TAVIIII RIKKI TIKKI RIKKI TIKKI TAVIIII RIKKI TIKKI RIKKI TIKKI TAVIIII RIKKI TIKKI RIKKI TIKKI TAVIIII RIKKI TIKKI RIKKI TIKKI TAVIIII RIKKI TIKKI RIKKI TIKKI TAVIIII RIKKI TIKKI RIKKI TIKKI TAVIIII
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| 0.0 | someguest | July 8th 11 |
It's definitely great, but there's a glaring problem with the close similarity between the tracks - which wasn't really an issue for the band until this release. And it seems the emphasis on a heavier sound took the power away from some of the things that made Fables... unique (atmosphere and vocals). Regardless, this is still experimental rock done extremely well.
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| 4.5 superb | Sean Rizzo | July 12th 11 |
This is a different Fair to Midland than what we got on Fables. Between a four year wait and a label change, I'm not surprised. This record is generally heavier, but strangely, it's also more accessible; just about every track would be right at home on the radio. This is partly due to Darroh Sudderth's reserved performance; he just doesn't get as extreme as he did on Fables. There's no quick octave-hopping here, but he still rocks the microphone. Unfortunately a change in the production has resulted in his vocals being a bit buried in the mix; the guitars muddy it up a little too much for my liking. The song writing is a bit more straightforward too but they still manage to keep you guessing with their quirkiness. However, don't let the negative feedback sway you; this is Fair to Midland. This is an awesome record in the end.
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| 2.0 poor | Crowe | July 12th 11 |
Shame this band is starting to get a close-minded fanbase - anyway, this is rather rdisappointing: "It's not so much the band itself or even the songwriting, which I personally think is weaker overall, but the production here is atrocious. It's a meaty heavy sound, which is okay in and of itself, but it drowns the singer out, who himself doesn't vary his tone as much as he did on Fables. Mix in a thick sound, a decreased level of songwriting quality, and too much length, and all together for me it's just a poor effort."
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| 4.0 excellent | Foursmallhats | July 11th 11 |
Am I the only one who hears the "HIDE YO KIDS, HIDE YO WIFE" guy in the intro track?
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| 4.5 superb | 05McDonaldT | July 15th 11 |
the best prog album released so far this year I think
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| 4.5 superb | wonky | January 21st 13 |
Been really loving this lately, so had to up rate accordingly
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| 3.0 good | Brighter Than the Noonday | November 12th 12 |
Fair to Midland keeps wanting to be something that they're getting closer to, but are showing no signs of becoming any time soon. The term "progressive" can be slapped on the band's collective forehead easily and it comes in handy in this musical outing. But does that in turn label it as interesting. Parts are engaging, but just like their previous full-length, the blood runs dry in the music's veins quick when too many elements are incorporated at once. They're inching closer to a fully-bloomed sound, at least.
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| 5.0 classic | Perplexion | July 7th 12 |
One of the most interesting vocalists over the most interesting rock operas.
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| 5.0 classic | Portacup | April 11th 12 |
50 characters just to change your rating for a song? Golly sure hope this does the trick
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| 0.0 | Camstr | March 21st 12 |
Fair to Midland's masterpiece. It gets better with every listen. Who knows, pretty soon I might move it up to chill with the other 4.5 albums...??
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| 0.0 | kangaroopoo | September 13th 11 |
Catchy but so much cheese: I could be kicking the bucket but you should know I never had very good aim. The fruits of our labors were laid out to rot. If curiosity kills cats. Jack Frost in July. Let them take the kitchen sink and cut her from her apron strings. Were you shaking in your boots? Did it scare you half to death? I'm not the sharpest tool in the shed. Busy bees and worry worts. You could fill up a lake with the tears of a crocodile.
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| 5.0 classic | Pudpots | August 18th 11 |
Album of the year! Hands down the greatest prog album of my lifetime (sorry BTBAM, Colors is a close second). The vocals alone make me want to believe angels do exist.
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| 4.0 excellent | RavenRiley | August 2nd 11 |
The album grew on to me after some further listening. Looks like the reviews were right about that one.
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| 4.5 superb | Matthew D. French CONTRIBUTOR | July 22nd 11 |
I might actually like this more than Fables. The thing is, I originally adored Fables, I think I may even recall calling it one of the most enjoyable records of '07, but after revisiting it recently I can't help but lose interest because of how homogenous it is. After re-listening, I can't seem to recall a more formulaic album of that year, but I shouldn't complain too much - the formula worked well enough and there are still a lot of tracks worthy of salvaging. I have to admit, I was skeptical about Arrows and Anchors. While Fables' formula worked well enough, I knew that it couldn't be done twice without their audience losing interest. I'm a little taken aback by how much they've matured. This is a complete shocker, an album that feels progressive and sounds different all the way through.
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| 5.0 classic | Derek Kowalczyk | July 16th 11 |
This is one of the best albums I've listened to this year. My rating will more than likely change to a 5 within the next couple weeks.
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| 4.0 excellent | Thompson D. Gerhart CONTRIBUTOR | July 15th 11 |
It's pretty good, but when did Fair to Midland become Tool?
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| 4.5 superb | Will C. | July 14th 11 |
Once again, Fair To Midland has released another masterpiece. Darroh's voice is superb as
always going from high pitched screams to death growls in an instant. While slightly more
restrained, it does not dampen the mood of each song at all. I must say that Rikki Tikki
Tavi far surpasses Dance of the Manatee as my favorite FTM song.
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| 4.5 superb | Thomas Michael Morris | July 11th 11 |
RIKKI TIKKI. RIKKI TIKKI. RIKKI TIKKI TAVI I AM NOT A MACHINE SO DON'T TREAT ME LIKE BUTTONS.
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