2008-05-15
This is Portishead’s first record in eleven years, and it was worth the wait. The album is inventive while remaining true to their sound; the haunting yet sweet vocals from Beth Gibbons with beautifully dark and fuzzy backdrops. This album is unconventional in so many ways. Extremely raw, dirty, and at times a bit sloppy. Some changes to their sound include decreased electronic beats and turntablism. On Third you’ll find acoustic drums with tons of effects added to them. It’s terrifying, twisted, ferocious yet dreamy as only Portishead can do. Reviewed By: LaRae WYCE ProgrammerDESOL
ON MY WAY
THE LONG WINTERS
Putting the Days to Bed
Jennifer O’Connor
Over The Mountain, Across The Valley & Back To The Stars
THEO
The Game Of Ouroboros
MATTHEW RYAN
From a Late Night High Rise in Paris
THE SUBMARINES
Honeysuckle Weeks
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