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3 Rounds and a Sound

Blind PilotMP3 Music
4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (48 customer reviews)

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  • Original Release Date: July 15, 2008
  • Format - Music: MP3
  • Compatible with MP3 Players (including with iPod®), iTunes, Windows Media Player
 
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15 of 16 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
One of the foundations of sound mixing is that you can emphasize one sound by de-emphasizing others. Portland, Oregon's Blind Pilot is a good example of how this principle works on a band level. Israel Nebeker and Ryan Dobrowski started out as a duo whose songs, built mainly on guitar and drums, emphasized lyrics and vocal melodies by stripping away all the other distractions. Their first full-length CD adds a second string player and a bassist, but even as they absorb touches of vibraphone, violin and horns, the arrangements retain the fragile sparseness that serves to spotlight Nebeker's melodious voice.

Likening Nebeker to the Shins' James Mercer acknowledges the high edge in each singer's voice, but only skims the surface of their styles. Mercer is, at heart, a rock vocalist, while Nebeker sings with more carefully constructed style, doubling his vocals, singing harmonies, and caressing his lyrics with thoughtfully stretched words and sounds. Backed by low-key mostly acoustic backings, Nebeker sheds the theatrics required of a rock vocalist, settles into the coffeehouse volume of a folk singer, and draws listeners into his lyrics with agonizingly beautiful melodies.

Nebeker's songs are crafted around ear-catching phrases, but even as you sing along, the verses remain enigmatic. But instead of remaining impenetrable assemblages of poetics, Blind Pilot communicates their songs' emotions through Nebeker's vocal tone and the band's subtle instrumental support. The lyrical imagery may remain abstract, but the feelings of loneliness, remorse, fallibility, and mortality, the longing to reach out and the reality of sharply pulling back, all resonate deeply. 4-1/2 stars, if allowed fractional ratings. [©2009 hyperbolium dot com]
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21 of 25 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars my favorite album of the year October 3, 2008
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"Three Rounds and a Sound" is surely the best album I've heard this year -- indeed, possibly the best album I've come across since my dearly beloved Rheostatics broke up. It's fabulously beautiful, deep and sad and lovely, and catchy all at the same time. The melancholy tone of youth at the moment when youth begins to fade. Songs that sound as if they have been patiently waiting for a millenium or more for someone to finally come along and give birth to them. "Oviedo," in particular, could save the life of a desperate man if played at just the right moment. What can I say to capture how good this disc is? If it were a girl I'd leave my wife for her. There. Enough said.
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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
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Was browsing through the SXSW lineup looking for bands to check out - the write-up for Blind Pilot caught my attention - first with them being compared to Iron & Wine as well as The Shins and then the story of their clever "Blind" and "Pilot" cycle trip. Apart from this CD as well as their live performance being outstanding, you're also taken in by how earnest and understated their performance is. I'd also say their music reminds me a bit of Calexico - especially in their ability to judiciously meld together a neat collection of instruments to create a delicate, beautiful sound.
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Incredible December 15, 2009
Format:Audio CD|Amazon Verified Purchase
I read an article about this band and went to their web page and listened to some of their tunes their and immediately bought the digital album. It quite literally left me breathless and saying "Oh, Wow!". A cross between Folk, Alternative, & Pop, they seem to inhabit a genre all their own. Israel has a beautiful voice, but even the guitar alone makes my head spin. I'm a classic and alt rock fan, my mom is a country fan, I've a friend that is more into industrial rock and all 3 of us are impressed with this group.
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful unique music August 20, 2009
Format:Audio CD
I first heard about this band when I saw the Decemberists in concert in Vancouver in late July. Before this I'd never heard of Blind Pilot, and I wasn't expecting a lot from their performance (they were a warm up band after all). Surprise, surprise I found that I enjoyed them just as much as the main band I came to see, and I knew I had to find out if they had a CD.

I instantly bought the CD, and its just as good as live. They play an interesting indie pop/folk combo with some imaginative and clear vocals by the lead singer. They aren't for everyone but I thoroughly have enjoyed their stuff, and am awaiting their new material. They've got such potential for such a young band.
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Blind Pilot is Refreshingly Beautiful December 2, 2008
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Blind Pilot's 3 Rounds and a Sound is a beautiful and poetic journey. Their story telling through lyrics and song speak volumes about life and love. This is one of those bands that you want to know before they get huge, and there is no doubt they will be huge. Seeing them live is a tasty treat.
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4 of 5 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars A great find! July 20, 2008
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Blind Pilot is a band out of Portland, Ore. created by natives Ryan Dobrowski and Israel Nebeker.

The group has a cool folk sound with an acoustic guitar and simple effective drumming. They mention Neutral Milk Hotel as influence, but they do not sound as raw.

Blind Pilot is doing a West Coast bike tour starting in August. Check this music out. You will certainly enjoy it.
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars I love Blind Pilot November 26, 2012
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Blind Pilot is awesome, I can't get enough of their music. Great addictive beats and catchy tunes...will always be a loyal fan!
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars Very surprised.
I bought this without having heard it based on a friend's recommendation and all I have to say is never find yourself all alone with nothing but this music and a bottle of liquor. Read more
Published 26 days ago by kendalltristan
5.0 out of 5 stars Great CD, original voice
Blind Pilot has an original sound and soul. Kind of rare for me, I liked them from the first time the CD was put on (usually takes multiple listens). Definitely recommended.
Published 1 month ago by D. Guzman
5.0 out of 5 stars Touching
If someone tells you there's no more good music being made nowadays, introduce him or her to Blind Pilot. I'm sure they'll change their ideas. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Carlos Lisboa
5.0 out of 5 stars Go to album
This is 5 stars for me because it takes me to a beautiful state of mind. I like all kinds of music and this album is a category all its own.
Published 1 month ago by Peggy Sue
5.0 out of 5 stars If you love the Decemberists you will love Blind Pilot
This album is great from start to finish every song is a small journey. If you like some of the modern folk music like the Decemberists or Andrew Bird then this Blind Pilot's Three... Read more
Published 2 months ago by Jaycen K. Stewart
5.0 out of 5 stars Why do I have to type something, I only wanted to give it 5 stars
Why do I have to type something, I only wanted to give it 5 stars. 5 more words required. Dumb.
Published 2 months ago by bob
5.0 out of 5 stars Really dig their sound
A friend turned me on to Blind Pilot after playing a few of their songs on her ukulele, and I immediately went home and looked them up. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Morgan Culp
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Music, Great People!
The sound is new and fresh! I would HIGHLY recommend this band if you enjoy the likes of Amos Lee, Bright Eyes, Monsters of Folk or Ray Lamontagne. Read more
Published 5 months ago by Jacob McMillin
5.0 out of 5 stars Great album
Such a musically talent-filled album! They're even better live. Blind Pilot is my favorite new band. Check out their other album as well. Both are superb and so chill.
Published 9 months ago by Joesincollege
2.0 out of 5 stars Nothing Special
since the reviews for this album are overwhelmingly those written by people head over heels for it, i thought i'd add a bit more perspective. the album is just ok, 2. Read more
Published 12 months ago by Scott Reynolds
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