Ether Song

From URB Magazine
Labeled "quietcore" and "slo-fi," drawing attention more to instrumentation volume and a practically nonexistent movement than musical content, the Turin Brakes of The Optimist (their debut) was better served by songwriting than dynamics. Self-produced fragile folk, The Optimist swung at a melancholic strum. With sophomore album Ether Song, however, Turin Brakes has turned to studio as friend, not foe, resulting in an assured strut more akin to the second-wave that Brit-pop comparisons already leveled. Of course, with lightly brushed psychedelics now swelling to cradle-soaring vocal harmonies, Ether Song increasingly recalls the soulful SoCo of Neil Young-era Crosby, Stills & Nash/Buffalo Springfield through Ry Cooder as it does South London. Additional moments shimmer of Eric Clapton and Bob Dylan as brightly as Radiohead, Doves and Coldplay by way of Jeff Buckley. Adding a touch of churn to chime, there’s an increased unease bubbling beneath Ether Song’s spectral lope, making a bewitching brew of triumphant introspection while not unprecedented, but still plenty personal.

Tony Ware

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Ether Song

Average customer rating: A Gem undeniably a classic Ether soft Sunset Music Amazing

Ether Song Turin Brakes Manufacturer: Astralwerks ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music Britpop | British Alternative | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music Post Grunge | American Alternative | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music General | Rock | Styles | Music Pop Rock | Pop | Styles | Music Alternative Folk | Contemporary Folk | Folk | Styles | Music Similar Items: The Optimist LP Jackinabox From Here On In Waiting for Your Letter We Were Here ASIN: B00008GQC6 Release Date: 2003-03-11

Tracks:

1. Blue Hour
2. Average Man
3. Long Distance
4. Self Help
5. Falling Down
6. Stone Thrown
7. Clear Blue Air
8. Pain Killer
9. Full Of Stars
10. Panic Attack
11. Little Brother
12. Rain City

Customer Reviews:

A Gem.......2005-09-12

I first heard of Turin Brakes from a O.C. soundtrack album, and decided to look for their cd. This album is a classic. At the end of the cd, the last track Rain City, if you listen to the last song and let it play to about 12 minutes, a bonus song plays, it's awesome.

undeniably a classic.......2005-05-12

fantastic.exquisite chilling music which i hav no doubt will depending on your mood either make you gloriously happy, or if deppressed make you reach for the nearest weapon to end it all!!!

Ether soft.......2005-02-24

Turin Brakes is one of those excellent British bands that hasn't gotten much attention in the American mainstream yet, along with the guys in South, Elbow and Mercury Rev. And after their shimmery space-folk album "Ether Song," their second, we can see that this is totally undeserved.

A spacey organ buildup, a trippy beat and a folky guitar open the first song, "Blue Hour." This song sets the tone for the rest of the album, with its mix of spacey shoegazer and folk-rock, set to angsty lyrics about "let the sun be done/let the air wash the city clean." It's one of those songs that gets deeper and more layered the more you listen to it.

But the album really catches your attention with the soft, rising "Long Distance," which is the softest song that Muse never wrote. And in some songs like "Self Help" and "Panic Attack," the boys eschew the spacepop angle in favor of some mild spacerock. Nothing too hard, just a ringing electric guitar that weaves into the music seamlessly.

With those new additions, it's obvious that Turin Brakes is trying out new things, rather than sticking slavishly to what got them famous in the first place. The only flaw is that they seem a bit undecided what direction to take, and so "Ether Song" feels a bit unguided. But it's somehow pleasant to hear Ollie Knights singing in his slightly wobbly voice, "Remind myself that I'm not just in it for the money." Refreshing.

This U.K. duo started off with acoustic guitar, bass and drums, augmented by some low-key keyboard that adds a delicate edge to otherwise ordinary rock instrumentation. And in "Ether Song," Knights and multitalented bandmate Gale Paridjanian are experimenting with a less folk, more rock sound. Fortunately, they know how to mesh electric guitar into the instrumentation.

With music like that, it's inevitable that the songs are a bit on the downbeat side; Knight and Paridjanian's songs tend to be focused on love and dissatisfaction, only breaking out for the poignant "Little Brother," which is all about someone ELSE's loneliness. It's the sound of unhappiness, which could be optimistic if given a little shove.

These twentysomething musicians -- who are about to release their third album -- are in good form in their second space-rock-folk album, "Ether Song."

Sunset Music.......2005-02-17

Unlike many other predominately acoustic bands of the moment, Turin Brakes differ massively because one one main factor - they have two lead singers, giving each song a harmonic ring (their voices differ in pitch quite dramatically, giving it a highly layered feeling to the vocals - best example being on Long Distance).

Undeniably the guitar work is fantastic, and each song has a feel to it that makes it perfect for a hot summer evening, watching the sun go down. There are many bands offering this kind of style overall (without the dual vocals), and Turin Brakes are one of the best at it, especially as they avoid the melancholy approach of many of their contemporaries. The closest I can think of comparing them to are bands like I Am Kloot, David Kitt, and possibly Ed Harcourt.

Ignore the comparisons to Jeff Buckley - they're absolutely nothing like him. Jeff is [was] very melancholy, and produced somtimes over-agonisingly emotional music - Turin Brakes are a lot less demanding that that, and such become a lot more bearable for repeated listenings.

Amazing.......2005-01-06

Picked this CD up at K-Mart along with megadeth - Capitol Punishment
I had only heard the one song from the band "Pain Killer" and dicided to take a chance.
I have hardly stopped listening to it ever since I bought it, I am listening to it now, It is awesome.

Average customer rating: Ether soft Different Turin Brakes are here to stay Brilliant A laid-back summer album

Ether Song Turin Brakes Manufacturer: Astralwerks ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music Britpop | British Alternative | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music Post Grunge | American Alternative | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music General | Rock | Styles | Music Pop Rock | Pop | Styles | Music Alternative Folk | Contemporary Folk | Folk | Styles | Music Similar Items: The Optimist LP Jackinabox Eyes Open Back to Black ASIN: B00008GQC5 Release Date: 2003-03-11

Tracks:

1. Blue Hour
2. Average Man
3. Long Distance
4. Self Help
5. Falling Down
6. Stone Thrown
7. Clear Blue Air
8. Pain Killer
9. Full Of Stars
10. Panic Attack
11. Little Brother
12. Rain City

Customer Reviews:

Ether soft.......2005-04-12

Turin Brakes is one of those excellent British bands that hasn't gotten much attention in the American mainstream yet, along with the guys in South, Elbow and Mercury Rev. And after their shimmery space-folk album "Ether Song," their second, we can see that this is totally undeserved.

A spacey organ buildup, a trippy beat and a folky guitar open the first song, "Blue Hour." This song sets the tone for the rest of the album, with its mix of spacey shoegazer and folk-rock, set to angsty lyrics about "let the sun be done/let the air wash the city clean." It's one of those songs that gets deeper and more layered the more you listen to it.

But the album really catches your attention with the soft, rising "Long Distance," which is the softest song that Muse never wrote. And in some songs like "Self Help" and "Panic Attack," the boys eschew the spacepop angle in favor of some mild spacerock. Nothing too hard, just a ringing electric guitar that weaves into the music seamlessly.

With those new additions, it's obvious that Turin Brakes is trying out new things, rather than sticking slavishly to what got them famous in the first place. The only flaw is that they seem a bit undecided what direction to take, and so "Ether Song" feels a bit unguided. But it's somehow pleasant to hear Ollie Knights singing in his slightly wobbly voice, "Remind myself that I'm not just in it for the money." Refreshing.

This U.K. duo started off with acoustic guitar, bass and drums, augmented by some low-key keyboard that adds a delicate edge to otherwise ordinary rock instrumentation. And in "Ether Song," Knights and multitalented bandmate Gale Paridjanian are experimenting with a less folk, more rock sound. Fortunately, they know how to mesh electric guitar into the instrumentation.

With music like that, it's inevitable that the songs are a bit on the downbeat side; Knight and Paridjanian's songs tend to be focused on love and dissatisfaction, only breaking out for the poignant "Little Brother," which is all about someone ELSE's loneliness. It's the sound of unhappiness, which could be optimistic if given a little shove.

These twentysomething musicians -- who are about to release their third album -- are in good form in their second space-rock-folk album, "Ether Song."

Different.......2004-07-20

My English auntie bought me this CD. She thought I'd never heard of Turin Brakes. Happily, it acted as a happy reminder. She bought me this just before I drove back to Nashville with this CD from North Dakoka. Believe me, this is an excellent road trip CD. I don't know if I like it as much as Optomist, but it definitely has more of that cathartic feel, especially if you have songs that really need to make you feel that way."Long Distance" and "Stone Thrown" are contenders for good getting over people/rebound/not getting over people songs. Enjoy this album. It is like an old wine. It gets better the more times you listen to it.

Turin Brakes are here to stay.......2003-11-21

Turin Brakes have done what few bands have been able to do (and those that did - Coldplay, U2, etc. clearly hold some influence over this London duo). They have produced a "Sophmore Rise", a second album which trumps their first by far. This album is catchy, compelling, edgy, and modern yet soulful. I really can't find enough good things to say about this album. Standout tracks to listen to include "Self Help", "Pain Killer (Summer Rain)", and "Falling Down" for you mellow types. The lyrical topics are fresh and the music is wholly original - you have to hear it to believe it. Also, I saw them live on tour w/ David Gray this summer and I can confirm that they really have this talent in person. I hope these guys garner a following in the US. They deserve a breakout.

Brilliant.......2003-10-18

By far, one of the most talented and original sounds to come along in quite some time. While the current age of music seems to be stuck in a valley, rather than traversing a peak, this disc reassures us that there may be hope yet, for the future of music. Although the Golden Age of music has, most certainly passed, maybe thre is still another due to emerge. For your own sake, give this one a chance! Most of you will know what I mean when I say that, chances are, this disc will not be a favorite certainly the first, second, and perhaps even the third time you hear it. It will, however, become one of those classic favorites that will never get too old for proper appreciation, much like Pearl Jam's "Ten" and Dave Matthews unforgettable first album. This is now threatening to turn into a full-scaled rant, so here, it must end.

A laid-back summer album.......2003-07-09

I had never heard of Turin Brakes before the Astralwerks newsletter I receive in my e-mail began promoting their latest CD, "Ether Song". I decided to listen to their single, "Pain Killer (Summer Rain)" and I was ready to crown it as the best summer song of 2003. Now that I own the album, my opinion still stands, but "Ether Song" is packed with other great songs. Unfortunately, there's nothing on the album that's as immediately catchy as "Pain Killer", but that's rarely a bad thing. I prefer an album that grows on you than one that gets tiring after a few listens. "Blue Hour" is a nice build-up introduction to the album, while the short and sweet "Average Man" establishes Turin Brakes excellent songwriting abilites. "Long Distance" and "Self Help" are nice rockers while "Falling Down" bring in the electronics for a nice, ambient tune. There are some interestingly experimental songs on here, most notably the claustrophobic "Panic Attack". I really like the only real hard rocker on here, "Little Brother", for it's smooth percussion-less bridge before jumping right back into its addictive melody. The final song, "Rain City", is another gorgeously acoustic endeavor pocketed with synth bleeps in the background (to simulate raindrops, I suppose). Wait awhile for the hidden title track, "Ether Song". It's a very good song with a fascinating buildup, but I get real tired of people hiding songs two or three minutes after the last track. It doesn't make it worth fast-forwarding on your CD player every time you want to hear it.

Anyway, I'd like to talk about the bonus disc. US record label Astralwerks likes to put bonus songs onto UK discs released here in the States to make picky consumers more likely to buy them. This time around, they've added a four-track bonus disc of demos and alternate studio sessions for "Blue Hour", "Self Help", "Long Distance" and a new song, "Bright Golden Lights". I would say they're not worth your time, but, hey, they're free, so they're pretty good. Also on the bonus disc is an enhanced CD-ROM with a video EPK (Electronic Press Kit) showing how they made the album, how it compares with their last CD, "The Optimist", and a pretty cool bit about how they shot the album cover. All the footage is interspersed with impressive concert footage.

Average customer rating: Ether soft

Ether Song Turin Brakes Manufacturer: EMI/Virgin ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music Britpop | British Alternative | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music Post Grunge | American Alternative | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music Alternative Folk | Contemporary Folk | Folk | Styles | Music ASIN: B00008CLT0 Release Date: 2003-05-05

Tracks:

1. Blue Hour
2. Average Man
3. Long Distance
4. Self Help
5. Falling Down
6. Stone Thrown
7. Clear Blue Air
8. Pain Killer (Summer Rain)
9. Full Of Stars
10. Panic Attack
11. Little Brother
12. Rain City

Album Details

Features the UK Top Five Single "Pain Killer (Summer Rain)".

Customer Reviews:

Ether soft.......2005-06-18

Turin Brakes is one of those excellent British bands that hasn't gotten much attention in the American mainstream yet, along with the guys in South, Elbow and Mercury Rev. And after their shimmery space-folk album "Ether Song," their second, we can see that this is totally undeserved.

A spacey organ buildup, a trippy beat and a folky guitar open the first song, "Blue Hour." This song sets the tone for the rest of the album, with its mix of spacey shoegazer and folk-rock, set to angsty lyrics about "let the sun be done/let the air wash the city clean." It's one of those songs that gets deeper and more layered the more you listen to it.

But the album really catches your attention with the soft, rising "Long Distance," which is the softest song that Muse never wrote. And in some songs like "Self Help" and "Panic Attack," the boys eschew the spacepop angle in favor of some mild spacerock. Nothing too hard, just a ringing electric guitar that weaves into the music seamlessly.

With those new additions, it's obvious that Turin Brakes is trying out new things, rather than sticking slavishly to what got them famous in the first place. The only flaw is that they seem a bit undecided what direction to take, and so "Ether Song" feels a bit unguided. But it's somehow pleasant to hear Ollie Knights singing in his slightly wobbly voice, "Remind myself that I'm not just in it for the money." Refreshing.

This U.K. duo started off with acoustic guitar, bass and drums, augmented by some low-key keyboard that adds a delicate edge to otherwise ordinary rock instrumentation. And in "Ether Song," Knights and multitalented bandmate Gale Paridjanian are experimenting with a less folk, more rock sound. Fortunately, they know how to mesh electric guitar into the instrumentation.

With music like that, it's inevitable that the songs are a bit on the downbeat side; Knight and Paridjanian's songs tend to be focused on love and dissatisfaction, only breaking out for the poignant "Little Brother," which is all about someone ELSE's loneliness. It's the sound of unhappiness, which could be optimistic if given a little shove.

These twentysomething musicians -- who recently released their third album "Jackinabox" -- are in good form in their second space-rock-folk album, "Ether Song."

Average customer rating: Ether soft

Ether Song Turin Brakes Manufacturer: EMI Int'l ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music Britpop | British Alternative | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music Post Grunge | American Alternative | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music General | Dance & DJ | Styles | Music General | Rock | Styles | Music Alternative Folk | Contemporary Folk | Folk | Styles | Music Dance & DJ | Imports | Stores | Music Rock | Imports | Stores | Music ASIN: B0000WSTQA Release Date: 2003-03-10

Tracks:

1. Blue Hour
2. Average Man
3. Long Distance
4. Self Help
5. Falling Down
6. Stone Thrown
7. Clear Blue Air
8. Painkiller
9. Full Of Stars
10. Panic Attack
11. Little Brother
12. Rain City
13. Ether Song
14. 5 Mile (These Are The Days)
15. The Boss

Customer Reviews:

Ether soft.......2005-04-17

Turin Brakes is one of those excellent British bands that hasn't gotten much attention in the American mainstream yet, along with the guys in South, Elbow and Mercury Rev. And after their shimmery space-folk album "Ether Song," their second, we can see that this is totally undeserved.

A spacey organ buildup, a trippy beat and a folky guitar open the first song, "Blue Hour." This song sets the tone for the rest of the album, with its mix of spacey shoegazer and folk-rock, set to angsty lyrics about "let the sun be done/let the air wash the city clean." It's one of those songs that gets deeper and more layered the more you listen to it.

But the album really catches your attention with the soft, rising "Long Distance," which is the softest song that Muse never wrote. And in some songs like "Self Help" and "Panic Attack," the boys eschew the spacepop angle in favor of some mild spacerock. Nothing too hard, just a ringing electric guitar that weaves into the music seamlessly.

With those new additions, it's obvious that Turin Brakes is trying out new things, rather than sticking slavishly to what got them famous in the first place. The only flaw is that they seem a bit undecided what direction to take, and so "Ether Song" feels a bit unguided. But it's somehow pleasant to hear Ollie Knights singing in his slightly wobbly voice, "Remind myself that I'm not just in it for the money." Refreshing.

This U.K. duo started off with acoustic guitar, bass and drums, augmented by some low-key keyboard that adds a delicate edge to otherwise ordinary rock instrumentation. And in "Ether Song," Knights and multitalented bandmate Gale Paridjanian are experimenting with a less folk, more rock sound. Fortunately, they know how to mesh electric guitar into the instrumentation.

With music like that, it's inevitable that the songs are a bit on the downbeat side; Knight and Paridjanian's songs tend to be focused on love and dissatisfaction, only breaking out for the poignant "Little Brother," which is all about someone ELSE's loneliness. It's the sound of unhappiness, which could be optimistic if given a little shove.

These twentysomething musicians -- who are about to release their third album -- are in good form in their second space-rock-folk album, "Ether Song."

Average customer rating:

Ether Song Turin Brakes Manufacturer: Virgin ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music Britpop | British Alternative | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music Post Grunge | American Alternative | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music General | Rock | Styles | Music Pop Rock | Pop | Styles | Music Alternative Folk | Contemporary Folk | Folk | Styles | Music Rock | Imports | Stores | Music ASIN: B00007M8R8 Release Date: 2002-02-24

Tracks:

1. Blue Hour
2. Average Man
3. Long Distance
4. Self Help
5. Falling Down
6. Stone Thrown
7. Clear Blue Air
8. Pain Killer
9. Full of Stars
10. Panic Attack
11. Little Brother
12. Rain City
13. Ether Song
14. Lost & Found [Home Recording][*]
15. Soul Less [Home Recording][*]

Album Description

Japanese edition of the British modern folk-pop duo's sophomore album includes two bonus tracks, 'Lost And Found' (Home Recording) and 'Soul Less' (Home Recording). Copy Controlled. Virgin. 2003.

Album Details

Japanese Version featuring Two Bonus Tracks: "Lost", and "Soul Less".

Average customer rating:

Ether Song Turin Brakes ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music Britpop | British Alternative | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music Post Grunge | American Alternative | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music General | Rock | Styles | Music Pop Rock | Pop | Styles | Music Alternative Folk | Contemporary Folk | Folk | Styles | Music Rock | Imports | Stores | Music ASIN: B00008D1OR Release Date: 2003-03-18

Tracks:

1. Blue Hour
2. Average Man
3. Long Distance
4. Self Help
5. Falling Down
6. Stone Thrown
7. Clear Blue Air
8. Pain Killer (Summer Rain)
9. Full Of Stars
10. Panic Attack
11. Little Brother
12. Rain City

Tracks:

1. Blue Hour (Home Recording)
2. Self Help (SBN Session)
3. Long Distance (SBN Session)
4. Bright Golden Lights (Home Recording)

Album Description

French limited edition of the British modern folk-pop duo's sophomore album includes bonus CD with 6 tracks - 'Blue Hour' (home recording), 'Self Help' (SBN radio session), 'Long Distance' (SBN radio session), 'Bright Golden Lights' (home recording) & 'Et

Average customer rating: Includes Bonus Enhanced CD

Ether Song Turin Brakes Manufacturer: Source ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music Britpop | British Alternative | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music Post Grunge | American Alternative | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music Alternative Folk | Contemporary Folk | Folk | Styles | Music Alternative Styles | Alternative Rock | Box Sets | Stores | Music ASIN: B00008IUWB Release Date: 2003-03-03

Tracks:

1. Blue Hour
2. Average Man
3. Long Distance
4. Self Help
5. Falling Down
6. Stone Thrown
7. Clear Blue Air
8. Pain Killer (Summer Rain)
9. Full of Stars
10. Panic Attack
11. Little Brother
12. Rain City

Tracks:

1. Blue Hour [Home Recording]
2. Self Help [SBN Session] - Dave Palmer, Turin Brakes
3. Long Distance [SBN Session] - Dave Palmer, Turin Brakes
4. Bright Golden Lights [Home Recording]
5. Ether Song Epk [Multimedia Track]

Album Details

After the Whirlwind Success of their First Album "The Optimist LP" in 2001 (Double Gold Sales, a Brit, Q Awards and Mercury Nomination Among the Highlights), Turin Brakes Took Time Out in an La Studio to Record the Notoriously "Difficult Second Album". As it Transpired, They Had No Difficulty in Creating an Incredible and Timeless Long Player, which Marries their Superior Songwriting to the Production Skills of Tony Hoffer (Beck, Air, Supergrass). Limited Edition Format Includes a Bonus CD Including Five Extra Tracks.

Customer Reviews:

Includes Bonus Enhanced CD.......2006-01-16

2nd Disc Includes:
1. Blue Hour (Home Recordings)
2. Self Help (SBN Session)
3. Long Distance (SBN Session)
4. Bright Golden Lights (Home Recordings)

& Ether Song EPK Video

Average customer rating:

Ether Song ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Pop Rock | Pop | Styles | Music ASIN: B0000DGR9P Release Date: 2003-10-21

Album Description

International edition of 2003 album includes a bonus disc with six tracks, '5 Mile', 'The Boss' (as feat. on State Of Things), 'Heard a Rumour' (instrumental), 'Long Distance' (from VARA Radio/3FM Holland), 'Falling Down' (SBN Session), & 'Painkiller' (RTL2 Radio France 4 - 2003 Acoustic Version). Slipcase. EMI.

Average customer rating: On with the Brakes

Ether Song/Optimist Turin Brakes Manufacturer: EMI ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music General | Rock | Styles | Music Pop Rock | Pop | Styles | Music Rock | Imports | Stores | Music ASIN: B0002TKG44 Release Date: 2004-09-13

Tracks:

1. Blue Hour
2. Average Man
3. Long Distance
4. Self Help
5. Falling Down
6. Stone Thrown
7. Clear Blue Air
8. Painkiller
9. Full Of Stars
10. Panic Attack
11. Little Brother
12. Rain City
13. Ether Song
14. 5 Mile (These Are The Days)
15. The Boss

Tracks:

1. Feeling Oblivion
2. Underdog (Save Me)
3. Emergency 72
4. Future Boy
5. The Door
6. State Of Things
7. By TV Light
8. Slack
9. Starship
10. The Road
11. Mind Over Money
12. The Optimist

Album Description

Limited edition box-set combines the British modern folk-pop duo's 2001 & 2003 albums. Slipcase. EMI. 2004.

Customer Reviews:

On with the Brakes.......2005-02-24

Despite the rise of bands like Travis and Muse (not to mention Radiohead and Coldplay) some British rock bands don't get the attention that they deserve. One such band is the U.K. duo Turin Brakes, whose albums "Optimist LP" and "Ether Song" show off their unique space-folk-rock.

They debuted in 2001 with "The Optimist" LP, and immediately gained a reputation from its spacey, floaty brand of folk music. Ollie Knights provides gentle wobbly vocals, while Gale Paridjanian provides everything else, folky guitar solos and the odd dash of keyboard. It's a good album, although it needed some beefing up.

That beef-up came with their sophomore album, "Ether Song." Here Knights and Paridjanian experiment with their spacey folk sound, adding electric guitars and more keyboard to the mix. It doesn't stray far from the original sound of their music, but it does expand on it, making it richer and deeper than before.

Turin Brakes is sometimes unfairly criticized because of their "young, angsty and British" band status, especially with their songs about love and loneliness. That isn't really fair, since their sound is radically different from that of most other British bands. It's simpler, airier, and more stripped down than most bands compared to them.

It's especially startling when you consider that both members are only in their mid-twenties, yet have managed a polished style that is apparently still evolving. As they settled into their given style, Knights and Paridjanian began to dabble with new sounds and directions. "Ether Song" suffers from a bit of creative waffling, but it does explore new territory.

With singles from their third album coming out soon, it's worth checking out their first two albums. Turin Brakes' "Optimist" and "Ether Song" are a pretty, melancholy blend of space-pop and folk, and definitely worth checking out.

Average customer rating: An Average Band?

Ether Song Turin Brakes Manufacturer: Jvc Japan ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music Britpop | British Alternative | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music Post Grunge | American Alternative | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music General | Rock | Styles | Music Pop Rock | Pop | Styles | Music Rock | Imports | Stores | Music ASIN: B00008GQB4 Release Date: 2003-02-18

Tracks:

1. Blue Hour
2. Average Man
3. Long Distance
4. Self Help
5. Falling Down
6. Stone Thrown
7. Clear Blue Air
8. Pain Killer
9. Full of Stars
10. Panic Attack
11. Little Brother
12. Rain City
13. Ether Song
14. Lost & Found [Home Recording][*]
15. Soul Less [Home Recording][*]

Customer Reviews:

An Average Band?.......2003-03-04

Turin Brakes are back again with another superb album. Like The Optimist LP, Ether Song is full of soaring choruses and fantastic harmonies that will make you laugh and cry with every single listen. Full of Stars, Average Man, Clear Blue Air and Stone Thrown are perfect examples of these. The first two singles, Panic Attack and Long Distance have already been very well received by media and fans alike and the album will defnitely please the lovers of its predecessor, The Optimist LP. Long Distance and Panic Attack are definite equals with the first two singles they released from The Optimist LP, Underdog (Save Me) and Mind Over Money. It's been a two year wait, but it'd obvious Gale Paridjanian and Olly Knights have added more to their armoury since their last album's release. Little Brother and Panic Attack give the album a slightly darker attitude that some thought The Optimist LP lacked. Influenced by Jeff Buckley, Nick Drake and Joni Mitchell, but with a 'rockier' approach. The newer Turin Brakes, however, don't neglect what they are best at, writing spectacular, acoustic-inspired songs. It seems that Turin Brakes are destined for a Mercury Music Nomination in 2003 by maintaining, if not bettering, the standard set by their debut album. Ether Song has been out for a day and already I can't wait for it's successor. Turin Brakes have definitely grown into a band that know they don't have to take on the world to be successful.

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