Title: "Ben Gibbard is the Ernest Hemingway of songwriting..."
Product review: When I first heard this cd, I was bored. Certainly not for everyone. I mean, it's not especially catchy, modern or even warm. But with repeated listens, "Airplanes," with all its lo-fi indie-ness grows on you. And it is quite good. Like everyone says, they come from the great Northwest sounding like Built to Spill, 764-Hero and American Football. Some of the lyrics just stick to your head. "Ohh, what a way to cut lengthwise." The songs are sparse - you can taste the air between his words. DCFC relies on subtle touches, like a cello, different effects and simple riffs, to manage a collection of oddly reflective tunes. Not a chore, once you discover that it's a prize... A must have for all DCFC fans! If you are new to DCFC, check out "We Have the Facts and We're Voting Yes" or even "The Photo Album." An indie music accomplishment!
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