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| Play | 1. Queen Black Acid | 4:47 | $0.99 |  |
| Play | 2. Taos | 5:00 | $0.99 | |
| Play | 3. Killemall | 4:06 | $0.99 | |
| Play | 4. Dirty Cartoons | 4:52 | $0.99 | |
| Play | 5. Tithe | 4:53 | $0.99 | |
| Play | 6. Bote | 5:52 | $0.99 | |
| Play | 7. Lunchmeat | 3:29 | $0.99 | |
| Play | 8. Oh Pretty Boy, You're Such A Big Boy | 5:19 | $0.99 | |
| Play | 9. Five Little Rooms | 4:57 | $0.99 | |
| Play | 10. Sleeping Beauty | 5:17 | $0.99 | |
| Play | 11. Intil | 5:47 | $0.99 | |
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14 of 15 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
Menomena's particular method of songwriting is typically discussed in equal measure with the music itself in any review of a Menomena work. Essentially, they use some custom software to loop tracks while they improvise small pieces of music together until they edit together a full song. On previous releases, discussion of this technique was warranted because those albums sounded like they had been pieced together from tiny fragments, with all the unpredictability and excitement that this method implies. On Mines, the band sounds a little more traditional than their previous releases, though no less creative. Though Dealer was used to construct this album, it sounds like the product of more traditional writing and recording. Regardless of how the band put together the record, it's a strong collection of songs, showcasing the band's ability to shift gears frequently and efficiently within songs, with each one showing a number of styles and techniques fleshed out to create a meaningful work. Mines showcases some of Menomena's best songs, such as the pounding Queen Black Acid or the foreboding Tithe, both of which sound like a distillation of the songs Menomena has been working on since their debut in 2003. Less eccentric and random than its predecessors, Mines is a taut and efficient work, though it loses none of the creativity the band is known for. Another great album for 2010, and something old and new fans alike are sure to dig.
14 of 16 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
Formed in Portland, Oregon, Menomena consists of Justin Harris, Brent Knopf, and Danny Seim. Their first record, I Am the Fun Blame Monster!, was built using a looping software program called DLR or "Deeler," short for Digital Loop Recorder, as the cornerstone of the project. Deeler was created by Knopf, the band's keyboard player and guitarist. After a tempo is set, Deeler starts recording one of the members of the band in a loop. Once that track is set, the recording is then passed to the next player who records an additional part to the same track. This process continues until each member has contributed to the track and any extra desired instrumentation has been added.
Now, three albums later, Menomena is still using their trademark looping technique as the cornerstone of their creative process. Opening with "Queen Black Acid," a simple strumming of the guitar leads into a calm drum beat which paves the way for the vocals. Additional instruments including keys and sleigh bells are occasionally added into the mix as the song progresses, but the original guitar loop continues throughout the track. Although it might seem as though this could get boring quickly, the detailed layers Menomena uses to expand their original idea are more than enough to keep the listener interested.
There is no greater example of how Menomena's looping song structure can build into some of the most fascinating stratified tracks than "Tithe." A xylophone intro fades into the distance as a melancholy piano begins the true loop of the song. Suddenly, a distorted guitar gets pressed into the mix standing out like a sore thumb. This is only a sneak peak of what is to come, however, because the guitar layer is pulled away as quickly as it arrived in order to introduce the first verse of the song. As soon as the drums come in, the guitar makes its return in the same part of the loop, but suddenly feels much more in place with the rest of the instrumentation. This is a classic Menomena formula and the resulting mix is so cleverly constructed that no instrument is lost in the background.
Menomena's style is not for everyone. The lead single, "Five Little Rooms," provides an excellent introduction to the band's unique take on music, but listeners who find it compelling may still have a hard time grasping onto some of the less pop-oriented tracks like "Bote" or "Lunchmeat." That being said, Mines is an excellent introduction to Menomena's experimentation and after three years, fans of their previous work will find this release well worth the wait.
Similar Artists: Wolf Parade, TV On the Radio
Track Suggestion: "Five Little Rooms"
Now, three albums later, Menomena is still using their trademark looping technique as the cornerstone of their creative process. Opening with "Queen Black Acid," a simple strumming of the guitar leads into a calm drum beat which paves the way for the vocals. Additional instruments including keys and sleigh bells are occasionally added into the mix as the song progresses, but the original guitar loop continues throughout the track. Although it might seem as though this could get boring quickly, the detailed layers Menomena uses to expand their original idea are more than enough to keep the listener interested.
There is no greater example of how Menomena's looping song structure can build into some of the most fascinating stratified tracks than "Tithe." A xylophone intro fades into the distance as a melancholy piano begins the true loop of the song. Suddenly, a distorted guitar gets pressed into the mix standing out like a sore thumb. This is only a sneak peak of what is to come, however, because the guitar layer is pulled away as quickly as it arrived in order to introduce the first verse of the song. As soon as the drums come in, the guitar makes its return in the same part of the loop, but suddenly feels much more in place with the rest of the instrumentation. This is a classic Menomena formula and the resulting mix is so cleverly constructed that no instrument is lost in the background.
Menomena's style is not for everyone. The lead single, "Five Little Rooms," provides an excellent introduction to the band's unique take on music, but listeners who find it compelling may still have a hard time grasping onto some of the less pop-oriented tracks like "Bote" or "Lunchmeat." That being said, Mines is an excellent introduction to Menomena's experimentation and after three years, fans of their previous work will find this release well worth the wait.
Similar Artists: Wolf Parade, TV On the Radio
Track Suggestion: "Five Little Rooms"
2 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
The stuff that preceded this disc is good, unique, strong music. This record is like an orgasmic result of their earlier explorations. Just buy it already!Stranded
Most Recent Customer Reviews
Their Best
When I first received a copy of Mines back I was in a music funk of sorts. I had been really excited about several releases that were falling well short of my expectations and I... Read more
Published 3 months ago by Troy Greer
on endless loop
Jeph Jacques, of Questionable Content fame, listed this album as number three on his top 10 for 2010. Read more
Published 11 months ago by Stephen F. Farley
favorite album of 2010
love menomena. if you haven't given them a shot, listen to this album a few times through (takes time to grow on you). Read more
Published 16 months ago by Jaren Feeley
Menotwrthy...Mine Collapse!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Hello World,
Almost total yawn with the exception of 3songs. Try putting a little music in the loop and get rid of the boyscout outfits. Ya know... like c'mon! Read more
Almost total yawn with the exception of 3songs. Try putting a little music in the loop and get rid of the boyscout outfits. Ya know... like c'mon! Read more
Published 18 months ago by F. J. E.
A Rewarding Experience
Menomena has never seemed as though it had a "leader". The three members share singing responsibilities. The share writing credits. Read more
Published 19 months ago by The Combustible Engineer
Superbly innovative
I've been a huge Menomena fan for years, and was not disappointed with this latest album. Mines is a bit slower and darker in my opionion, but I absolutely love it. Read more
Published 21 months ago by Aaron Richards
Exquisite
I first heard this album prior to its release on NPR's music site. It was also the first time I'd heard of Menomena. Read more
Published 21 months ago by David F
One of Best of 2010
I really like this album - one of the best of 2010 in my opinion.
Although the classification is rock, I would place it more in alternative rock. Read more
Although the classification is rock, I would place it more in alternative rock. Read more
Published 22 months ago by Silverfox229
Not their best...
When I first heard Menomena, I was extremely impressed with the way they put a song together. Elements, refrains and motifs were introduced, removed and eventually came back in... Read more
Published 22 months ago by Brian Robertson
Introspective
This is one of those albums where so much is missed on the first few spins; the more you listen, the deeper you go. Read more
Published 22 months ago by Eric Theil
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