Artist: Broken Social Scene
Album: Forgiveness Rock Record
Label: Arts & Crafts
Genre: Indie Rock
Released: May 2010
Rating: 3 of 5
It has been a long five-year wait for many Broken Social Scene fans but the day has finally arrived. They have returned in good form.
If there was one thing I remember about seeing Broken Social Scene live it was how ridiculous the whole thing looked to have 7 or so guitars up on stage all playing at the same time. I understand having a large band but why would you have so many of the same instrument. Now that I got that off my chest, I must say that in the studio the layering that takes place is rather majestic. They also do a great job of bringing in all sorts of textures without making it confusing or chaotic. A quick listen to "Ungrateful Little Father" reveals a little drum beat supporting guitar, toy piano and an almost citar-like riff.
If I had to draw some comparisons I would have to group a few songs up. I found the there was a little bit of a Paul Simon does Graceland feeling in songs like "World Sick" and "Highway Slipper Jam". Some other songs, such as "Texico Bitches", reminded me somewhat of Wilco. Don't get me wrong though, Broken Social Scene have shown themselves to have a unique sound.
Fans of the band will surely be pleased and the ranks might even increase with this album. Don't be fooled by the very few examples because there are many other surprises.
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