Artist: Doves
Album: "Kingdom Of Rust"
Worth Buying: Yes
You will be interested in this album if you are a fan of: Coldplay, Radiohead, Snow Patrol.
Tell Me More: Doves' latest album "Kingdom Of Rust" has been burning a well-deserved hole in my CD player since its release on April 7.
Like California's own DADA, England's Doves delivers a sound much grander than seems possible from a trio of musicians. And while DADA's sound is rooted in the psychedelic-pop of late '60s-era Fab Four, Doves' drummer Andy Williams, singer-bassist Jimi Goodwin and singer-guitarist Jez Williams fall firmly in the experimental camp of modern day heroes such as Radiohead and Coldplay. However, "Kingdom Of Rust" reveals the British threesome as no mere imitators. Like the band's 2005 effort "Some Cities," this is an album that is beautiful and brave, soaring and sublime.
The title track boasts a country-tinged backdrop, with the group's characteristic manner of using sonic layers to blend classic and indie rock sensibilities working masterfully, while the glorious "Jetstream" recalls the group's musical ancestors such as Kraftwerk and Radiohead.
Other outstanding tracks include the psychedelic-tinged "House of Mirrors" and dazzling anthem "Winter Hill."
What about the packaging? Released by Astralwerks, the 11-song "Kingdom Of Rust" has been issued in a standard jewel case.
listen to Kingdom of Rust and buy in mp3 format
listen to Kingdom of Rust and buy in CD format
What if I am not ready to buy the whole album? Try Jetstream
Kingdom of Rust
or Winter HillConcert note: For those of you who live in Southern California, be sure to catch Doves when the band headlines at House of Blues Anaheim on Friday night, May 15, 2009. Ticket prices range from $25.50 to $27.50. For more information, call 714-778-BLUE or visit the venue's Web site at www.HouseOfBlues.com.
This review was contributed by Robert Kinsler
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