‘Socialize’ soft, melodic album
Artist: Metal Hearts
Album: “Socialize”
Label: Suicide Squeeze
Grade: A
It’s kind of ironic that Metal Hearts decided to title its debut album “Socialize” since no person could possibly socialize with this music in the background. This does not detract from the album, however.
Its soft, melodic drones have a way of zoning out the listener. The placid vocals are mixed in perfectly with an array of different instrumentals, whether it is electronic beats, cello, saxophone or piano. The overall sound is comparable to Modest Mouse vocals combined with a Pinback or Earlimart composition.
“ Socialize” is a very mellow album, capable of captivating a dull mind. This is an essential album for a good start to 2006.
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