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Title: blissed-out
Review: I don't know how or why Galaxie 500 slipped under the radar. Perhaps their music is so soothing, so warm, so trancelike, that they can move unnoticed, except by those listening for them. How they crafted music of this sort in the 80's remains a mystery; psych guitar melded with a Velvet Underground inspired drone and a knack for melody makes this pop of the mellowest sort. Even though the voice of Warhem is far from that of a crooner, it's perfect for the mood they set. On Fire is a gorgeous and worthy follow-up to its predecessor. The sweet opener, Blue Thunder, exemplifies what the band does best: it starts out simple and sparse, and transforms into an all-out rocker that roars with a soft purr.
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