Wolfmother

It’s review time people so get yer ya ya’s out:

This rock trio has gotten a lot of attention in the recent months after their eponymous debut and now they are a staple in my ipod (hey, even Thom Yorke likes them) so now I present you a song by song analysis (hearing only the singles is for pussies, even Radiohead knows that).

Colossal.- This is a strong song that starts slow but builds up on intensity as goes along, watch out for the riffs in the middle, this one has monstrous battery figures just as the name suggest.

Woman.- A fast paced ode to feminine beauty, it also includes psychedelic synthesizer; check the live cut at triple J, it has a nice group of extra stoner rock riffs.

White Unicorn.- Starts off with a melancholy laced section, but when we reach the chorus all bets are off.

Pyramid.- Almost my favorite song of this album, comes as a close second. Opens with a thick bass section, then we get a sing-along riff. After the predictable (but not less enjoyable) stoner riff we proceed to the epiphany ‘I saw the light shine out today-and it told me that- you are not the one for me’.

Mind’s Eye.-The long psychedelic intro gives way to slow revelations, which in turn leads us to an even a slower and stronger apocalypsis. Complete with its proper synthesizer riff.

Joker & the Thief.- Enigmatic lyrics based on Bob Dylan’s ‘All along the watchtower’ coupled with excellent music.

Dimension.- Another colossal style song, the lyrics in this song reference Jimi Hendrix’s ‘Purple Haze’.

Where eagles have been.- A sad entrance takes us into a smooth ride.

Apple Tree.- Upbeat strikes with a funny tinge.

Tales from the forest gnomes.- Another upbeat song, love is here for all.

Witchcraft.- My favorite song of the album, excellent lyrics, moving riffs and flute. Trust me, this ain’t no Jethro Tull.

Love Train.- If these guys can pull metal plus flute they sure can pull metal and latino percussions.

Vagabond.- A soft freedom anthem as a closer.