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Their debut is a power-pop gem, shimmering and cool, with sharp edges and soaring melodies. The record deals with eternal themes of isolation, distance, and the longing for a center - a sense of place - in this topsy-turvy world. The Kinks, Big Star, and The Byrds, as well as more contemporary favorites like Spoon, Wilco, and Teenage Fanclub are certainly touchstones, but The Broken West's winning songs stand on their own.
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- Is Discontinued By Manufacturer : No
- Product Dimensions : 5.79 x 0.39 x 4.86 inches; 3.2 ounces
- Manufacturer : MERG
- Date First Available : January 28, 2007
- Label : MERG
- ASIN : B000LP6KOO
- Number of discs : 1
- Best Sellers Rank: #488,417 in CDs & Vinyl (See Top 100 in CDs & Vinyl)
- #3,284 in Alt-Country & Americana (CDs & Vinyl)
- #10,294 in Indie Rock
- #41,987 in Alternative Rock (CDs & Vinyl)
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- Reviewed in the United States on January 18, 2008After 3 listens to these largely undifferentiated tracks, I became resigned to the conclusion that my enjoyment had quickly plateaued. The musicianship is adequate at best, the rhythmic elements are not particularly inspiring and the vocals are submerged in the mix. There is simply not enough "there" there and it feels repetitive in spots. For the limited range that this music trades in, it seemed passable, but it would be far down my list of go-to stuff on the I-Pod. I could go on, but I won't.
- Reviewed in the United States on September 6, 2012Story Time: After listening to this album a few times back when it was released - I forgot all about it. Eventually it found its way into the box of CD's that I decided to sellback to a local store. A while later I was stuck in an airport - and I pulled out my iPod - and noticed it was still on there - so I decided to give it one last listen before I deleted it (after all I sold the physical disc - it's only fair). After listening to it that one last time - I realized my grave error - this is a fantastic album! So, I found myself back here on Amazon purchasing another copy - it's worth that double dip
Review: It's a power pop blast of excitement! I don't understand how tracks like Big City, Down in the Valley and Baby On My Arm didn't propel these guys into something special. They play the kind of simple fun rock music that I've really grown to appreciate in bands like Big Star and The Kinks. Every track gives you something - some more than others - but enough that when you bundle them together onto this album - it's a very enjoyable experience and it's probably one of my favorites of this past decade - I highly recommend giving it a shot.
- Reviewed in the United States on October 26, 2007Upon hearing the first 3 songs I was ready to rate this recording as one of my top 10's for 07. However, there is a subtle shift from free-wheeling melodic rock to more subdued somber sounds on the second half of the cd. It's not bad but nearly as captivating as the sing-along stuff. I wish they could have kept with the vibe on the early songs; still very promising.
- Reviewed in the United States on July 3, 2008I saw the Broken West open up for The National, summer 2007... what a show. One of the few opening acts that could've headlined. I'm sure they will be shortly, based on this album. They have some upbeat pop elements but stay true to the 'indie' title... are we all getting sick of calling REAL GOOD MUSIC indie, or is it just me? Anyway, on with the review...
The album starts with what most say is a great song, although I don't like it. Nothing too catchy. Track 2, "So It Goes", starts with pounding drums, and I think this was how they opened the concert. Instantly drew me in. Kind of like Brian Wilson crooning over one of Spoon's happier songs. "Down in the Valley" starts with some grungy (another one of those terms that needs replacing) guitars, then brings in some semi-effected/filtered vocals, ala The Bigger Lovers/Electric Soft Parade, but finds more of a melody than most of eithers' catalogues. "Shiftee" is downbeat and forgettable. "Brass Ring" picks things up again, in the same vein as "So It Goes". Hopefully this will be Broken West's bread and butter. What a song. "Big City" contains some synths and funky piano riffs, reminding me again of Spoon, but also a bit of Beatles in there, and some other influences I can't pin down yet. "You Can Build an Island" has simplistic melody, soothing vocals, solid guitars, and is a true gem. Brings to mind Julian Lennon's song "I Don't Wanna Know".
This leads into the album's standout, in my opinion. "Hale Sunrise" has it all. Great vocal arrangements, pounding beats, grooving piano. This one will be in heavy rotation for me for quite some time. Really digging this track. Very uplifting. "Abigail" follows and is a nice addition to the ever growing list of songs with first names of women. Nice backing vocals, Beatle/Beach Boy-esque, with some spacially separated drums plodding nicely in the background, until an electric piano solo leads into the 3rd verse. Great 1-2 punch here.
"Slow" is definitely fast, but drags. Nothing exceptional, actually the only song that I consider filler. Next up is the haunting "Baby on My Arm", with vocals swirling and blending into a nice sweeping pad. Good guitar strumming on this one. Check out the version of this song on the Woxy.com lounge act. Truly amazing. "Like a Light" closes off the album, and has a real 'bookend' feel. Slow build up to a nice end to a great album.
All in all, I regret selling this disc back to the record shop after I ripped it. I have a feeling I'll be wanting more than the mp3's on my PC in the years to come. Oh yeah, just a note... if you can find their cover of Tegan and Sara's "Back in Your Head" online, don't miss it. They take the annoying out of it and turn it into a beautiful song. They Can Go On, They Will Go On.
- Reviewed in the United States on April 16, 2015The title of this debut album from the Broken West says it all. This deep acoustic pop band revels in the contradictions of life. Relationships are challenged, the angst of youth surfaces, and still life goes on. All this on top of music combines the best of indie influences updated with contemporary pop sensibilities.
I Can't Go On, I'll Go On is a pleasure to listen to when the day is going tough, and you want a vicarious pick-up.