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| Play | 1. Desire | 3:30 | $0.99 |  |
| Play | 2. Sixteen | 3:12 | $0.99 | |
| Play | 3. Quiet Like Sirens | 3:16 | $0.99 | |
| Play | 4. Summer Forgets Me | 3:45 | $0.99 | |
| Play | 5. Towers | 4:33 | $0.99 | |
| Play | 6. Pulling Down The Sun | 3:29 | $0.99 | |
| Play | 7. Bad Dreams | 3:56 | $0.99 | |
| Play | 8. Wake Up And Sleep | 2:42 | $0.99 | |
| Play | 9. Common Sense | 3:50 | $0.99 | |
| Play | 10. The Right Mistakes | 3:13 | $0.99 | |
| Play | 11. The Meaning Of A Word | 3:05 | $0.99 | |
| Play | 12. Meeting In Doorways | 4:40 | $0.99 | |
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9 of 9 people found the following review helpful
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For old Deas Vail fans, you'll hear a more raw instrumental sound and a little less airy atmospheric noises. But this change is wonderful! Their previous albums were fantastic and this self titled album just proves that Deas Vail can write with a variety of styles, and do it well!
For new-comers, prepare for something a bit like Copeland...yeah...a bit like Copeland. Great stuff.
For new-comers, prepare for something a bit like Copeland...yeah...a bit like Copeland. Great stuff.
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
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In a world of pop flash and desperate attempts at being provocative and edgy, it's refreshing to see an artist that is busy working on it's craft and finding new ways to relay thoughts, emotions, and feelings while maintaining strong melodic hooks that continually push the mind to new places and creative destinations. Deas Vail continues to do that with this new record. A MUST LISTEN!
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
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With two acclaimed albums under their belts, it only seems fair for fans like myself to have high expectations going into indie alternative rock group Deas Vail`s self-titled third offering. Produced by Relient K's very own Matt Hoopes and preceded by the unveiling of three fantastic singles, Deas Vail showed a lot of promise leading up to its release. The final product certainly has its highs and lows, but it's still a good album when it's all said and done.
Deas Vail had previously found much success in creating a sound with atmosphere, which makes it easy to just be swept off your feet listening to it as they carry you through soaring compositions and gorgeous melodies. Deas Vail certainly continues the trend of creating atmosphere, but it's definitely not as strong here as it has been in the past. Songs like the lead-in track "Desire," the subtly intense "Quiet Like Sirens," and closer "Meeting in Doorways" will move you with their sweeping melodies and soaring vocals, but the feeling isn't nearly as strong as it was even on the weaker tracks of Birds & Cages, the band's previous record. The feeling is different, that's for sure, and if you let the music take you it will definitely carry you away with it, but it's rarely quite as epic as their past work, and the overall mellower feel also disappoints due to a shortage of more energetic tracks.
Another contributing factor to the overall weaker feel of this record is definitely the shift in the focus of the lyrics. This time around, the lyrics mostly focus on love from different perspectives rather than delving into deeper spiritual issues, which is not a bad focus to take on in and of itself, but the content just doesn't lend itself to many moments of deep reflection like past songs such as "Birds" or "Sunlight" did. Still, you have to give writer and frontman Wes Blaylock credit for writing pure poetry: these lyrics are consistently well-written and flow with the music and Wes' incredibly high vocals very well. There are still some inspiring and thought-provoking moments, though, especially in the catchy "Wake Up and Sleep," which creatively deals with complacency with the lyrics, "Are you waking up just to fall asleep again?" "Sixteen" also has some of the best lyrics on the album with lines like, "Love is taking what we have, baby, don't let go now / remember that it's hard because it's worthwhile," and "Love is where we turn to get us through / I will always turn and follow You."
Low points aside, Deas Vail still delivers several quality tracks throughout the album's running time. "Desire" opens up the album nicely with some absolutely fantastic vocal work, and "Sixteen" follows as an energetic and thoroughly enjoyable lead single. "Quiet Like Sirens" and "Pulling Down the Sun" offer plenty of interesting musical moments while "Wake Up and Sleep," is among the catchier tracks on the album with its distinct groove. "Summer Forgets Me" is also an instant highlight with simply gorgeous vocal performances and a fun, upbeat vibe. Also, Deas Vail features dual vocals with both Wes and Laura Blaylock more prominently than past albums did, which adds a lot of depth and appeal to the songs.
Deas Vail is a solid album that definitely took more than a few listens to grow on me, but I can't say I didn't see that coming: I didn't particularly like Birds & Cages until I listened to it a lot either. When it comes down to it, though, Birds & Cages is just a much better album than this self-titled one, ultimately making this release feel like a bit of a step back for the band. I can't say I was completely let down, but this album has left more than a little to be desired, especially in terms of energy and lyrical depth. If you haven't heard Birds & Cages yet, definitely check that album out before this one, but Deas Vail is still completely worth listening to for fans.
Deas Vail had previously found much success in creating a sound with atmosphere, which makes it easy to just be swept off your feet listening to it as they carry you through soaring compositions and gorgeous melodies. Deas Vail certainly continues the trend of creating atmosphere, but it's definitely not as strong here as it has been in the past. Songs like the lead-in track "Desire," the subtly intense "Quiet Like Sirens," and closer "Meeting in Doorways" will move you with their sweeping melodies and soaring vocals, but the feeling isn't nearly as strong as it was even on the weaker tracks of Birds & Cages, the band's previous record. The feeling is different, that's for sure, and if you let the music take you it will definitely carry you away with it, but it's rarely quite as epic as their past work, and the overall mellower feel also disappoints due to a shortage of more energetic tracks.
Another contributing factor to the overall weaker feel of this record is definitely the shift in the focus of the lyrics. This time around, the lyrics mostly focus on love from different perspectives rather than delving into deeper spiritual issues, which is not a bad focus to take on in and of itself, but the content just doesn't lend itself to many moments of deep reflection like past songs such as "Birds" or "Sunlight" did. Still, you have to give writer and frontman Wes Blaylock credit for writing pure poetry: these lyrics are consistently well-written and flow with the music and Wes' incredibly high vocals very well. There are still some inspiring and thought-provoking moments, though, especially in the catchy "Wake Up and Sleep," which creatively deals with complacency with the lyrics, "Are you waking up just to fall asleep again?" "Sixteen" also has some of the best lyrics on the album with lines like, "Love is taking what we have, baby, don't let go now / remember that it's hard because it's worthwhile," and "Love is where we turn to get us through / I will always turn and follow You."
Low points aside, Deas Vail still delivers several quality tracks throughout the album's running time. "Desire" opens up the album nicely with some absolutely fantastic vocal work, and "Sixteen" follows as an energetic and thoroughly enjoyable lead single. "Quiet Like Sirens" and "Pulling Down the Sun" offer plenty of interesting musical moments while "Wake Up and Sleep," is among the catchier tracks on the album with its distinct groove. "Summer Forgets Me" is also an instant highlight with simply gorgeous vocal performances and a fun, upbeat vibe. Also, Deas Vail features dual vocals with both Wes and Laura Blaylock more prominently than past albums did, which adds a lot of depth and appeal to the songs.
Deas Vail is a solid album that definitely took more than a few listens to grow on me, but I can't say I didn't see that coming: I didn't particularly like Birds & Cages until I listened to it a lot either. When it comes down to it, though, Birds & Cages is just a much better album than this self-titled one, ultimately making this release feel like a bit of a step back for the band. I can't say I was completely let down, but this album has left more than a little to be desired, especially in terms of energy and lyrical depth. If you haven't heard Birds & Cages yet, definitely check that album out before this one, but Deas Vail is still completely worth listening to for fans.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
Excellent Follow-up...Yet...
Deas Vail has again delivered an amazing album. "Birds and Cages" was possibly the best album I had listened to in over ten years. Read more
Published 6 months ago by j0rd4n
not convinced
what's wrong with me? I'm not getting the same feeling I got, and still get with Birds and Cages. It seems less dense, yet more tightly packed, less complex, but there's too much... Read more
Published 7 months ago by Tooloud
They're just good
These guys are excellent. The more I listen to this album, the better it gets.
I still love playing Birds and Cages, and this album is just as good, probably better. Read more
I still love playing Birds and Cages, and this album is just as good, probably better. Read more
Published 7 months ago by Ryan King
Incredible, real band
Deas Vail has taken it to the next level with their self-titled release. They just keep getting better. Harmonies are spot-on. Production is perfect. Songwriting is beautiful. Read more
Published 7 months ago by VinceCurve
they keep getting better
I wasn't sure what to expect when I bought this album. The 3 songs that they released before the album were good, but I wasn't blown away by them (Sixteen, Summer Forgets Me, and... Read more
Published 7 months ago by Daniel W. Tyson
Awesome tracks all.
It's happened to everyone before: you buy a 10- or 20-song album to find only 2 or 3 you really like.
Not this album. Read more
Not this album. Read more
Published 7 months ago by Nate
Just Love It
I've been waiting all year for this album. Now it's here and it doesn't disappoint. From "Desire" to "Meeting in Doorways" Deas Vail has turned a new corner in the alternative... Read more
Published 7 months ago by bhogwild
love it!
So glad this was featured today - I purchased it and have had it on repeat all day long. Beautiful songwriting and harmonies!
Published 7 months ago by Trinity Lewis
whoever you are, you'll love it
This self titled album by Deas Vail is PERFECT.
It sounds alot better than the older albums.
new mixes to the music. Read more
It sounds alot better than the older albums.
new mixes to the music. Read more
Published 7 months ago by Philip
Everything I hoped it would be and more
This album contains all the excellence fans have come to expect from Deas Vail, featuring their trademark hauntingly beautiful musicianship and frontman Wes Blaylock's flawless... Read more
Published 7 months ago by Matt
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