Throughout Once We Were Trees, the sophomore release from the Beachwood Sparks on Sub Pop Records, the SoCal indie cowboys deliver an album displaying astounding musical, songwriting, and repertory growth from their critically acclaimed self-titled debut. Previously, the Beachwood Sparks were labeled a retro extension of the late-'60s country-rock icons Buffalo Springfield and the Flying Burrito Brothers. On Once We Were Trees, the Beachwood Sparks prove themselves as one of the most exciting subgenre leaders in the current indie rock world. The mid-tempo groove of "The Sun Surrounds Me" illustrates the songwriting growth the Sparks have achieved in the last three years, followed by the somewhat campy yet cool "You Take the Gold," which reverts to a simple carefree singalong melody and guitar-driven hook. One notable track is a revamped version of the adult contemporary Sade hit "By Your Side," which stands as the album's "must listen" track.
Caught The Willowz and Beachwood Sparks last night at the Bowery Ballroom, definitely one of the better sounding rooms here in NYC.The Willowz were fun, some real boogie, strong high tenor rock vocals, kind of Geddy meets Jack, and some americana thrown in for good measure.But the natural majesty of Beachwood Sparks was something special. I swear, as soon as they played my favorite tune, Canyon...
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Caught The Willowz and Beachwood Sparks last night at the Bowery Ballroom, definitely one of the better sounding rooms here in NYC.The Willowz were fun, some real boogie, strong high tenor rock vocals, kind of Geddy meets Jack, and some americana thrown in for good measure.But the natural majesty of Beachwood Sparks was something special. I swear, as soon as they played my favorite tune, Canyon...
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I like this. Sub Pop has a new feature on their site called For the Record that has staffers dig through the back catalog and write up something on the records that move them. This week's feature is Beachwood...
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not much to say..... it just works on this cold grey morning.
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MP3: Beachwood Sparks - Yer Selfish Ways (Matt's pick)MP3: Beachwood Sparks - The Hustler (Joey's pick)#21 - Beachwood Sparks - Once We Were TreesSub Pop Records 2001Oh shit we both like this record and put it at the same spot. You get a double dose in one post.Matt On Once We Were Trees:It was tough decision as to which Beachwood Sparks album to include, but ultimately, it's their last full-le...
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| Title | Lyrics | Buy |
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| 1 Germination |
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| 2 Confusion Is Nothing New |
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| 3 The Sun Surrounds Me |
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| 4 You Take the Gold |
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| 5 Hearts Mend |
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| 6 Let It Run |
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| 7 Old Manatee |
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| 8 The Hustler |
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| 9 Yer Selfish Ways |
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| 10 By Your Side |
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| 11 Close Your Eyes |
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| 12 Banjo Press Conference |
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| 13 Jugglers' Revenge |
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| 14 The Good Night Whistle |
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| 15 Once We Were Trees |
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