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Track Listings
| 1. Tree Bursts |
| 2. The Paper Trench |
| 3. Guest Of The Government |
| 4. Beetle In The Box |
| 5. Old Fools |
| 6. Isn't This World Enough?? |
| 7. Brother |
| 8. The Way You Were Raised |
| 9. Burn |
| 10. Oh, Oscar |
Editorial Reviews
Scottish indie-folk band Admiral Fallow release their sophomore album and Nettwerk debut Tree Bursts In Snow. The five-piece band have been on a seemingly unstoppable mission to capture the hearts and minds of listeners everywhere with beautiful melodies, sumptuous orchestration and bittersweet boy/girl vocals. They released their debut Boots Met My Face in 2011, which the BBC called "devastatingly downtrodden and wonderfully uplifting. . . surprising and enthralling. . . finely crafted material played superbly well. Now, with the release of Tree Bursts In Snow produced and mixed at Glasgow's famous Chem 19 studios by Paul Savage (Franz Ferdinand, Mogwai, Teenage Fanclub), and mastered by Greg Calbi (Bon Iver, Fleet Foxes, The National) at Sterling Sound in NYC the five-piece is ready to take the next step: from the recommended column of several critics reviews and into the hearts of the wider public.
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
By Douglas Ross
Format:Audio CD
Great album! If you are a fan of folk-rock / nu-folk and bands like Mumford & Sons, you may enjoy this collection of well written tunes with Scottish flare. I caught them live at Cafe du Nord in San Francisco on tour for 'Trees'. Lead singer/songwriter Louis Abbott and his cast of - occasionally yielding clarinet and accordion players - provided true renditions of virtually all tunes from Tree Bursts in Snow as well as material from their first album. They put on a great show driven by the charismatic Abbott, whose voice was punctuated chiefly by vocals from Sarah Hayes. While 'Guest of the Government' may be the most pop-like tune and the diddy 'Isn't this World Enough??' will have you piping in, several tracks from Tree Bursts stuck in my head upon repeated enjoyment. Love 'em and hope more people get behind what they're doing. Don't miss the chance to see them live while they're in North America this Fall (2012).
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
By Kevin Reid
Format:Audio CD|Amazon Verified Purchase
After releasing an impressive debut album last year, Scotland's Admiral Fallow return with their follow-up, Tree Bursts in Snow. While the debut album was tender and spacious, with songs building in swells of emotion, this one feels tighter and more calculated. That is not a bad thing. The first half of the disc is filled with radio-ready singles ("The Paper Trench," "Guest of the Government," "Beetle in the Box") that inject a needed enthusiasm into the band's music that was lacking the first time around. There are still a few slow-burners here such as the title track and the excellent "Old Fools." Things even get fired up again on the second half of the disc with "Brother" and "The Way You Were Raised." The only letdown comes with album closer "Oh, Oscar." While not a bad song, it feels a little off to end this mostly upbeat album with such a wistful lament. Admiral Fallow is a band deserving of greater international attention and this sophomore effort establishes them as one of the best up and coming UK acts.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:MP3 Music
Admiral Fallows, a Scotland-based quintet, has followed up their debut BOOTS TO MY FACE with a worthy chaser. The 10 track TREE BURSTS IN SNOW is a strong set of songs; emotional and layered, it's a thoughtful meditation on violence, the past, and longing for a better world. It feels like a mix of Mumford & Sons, Frightened Rabbits, and Iron & Wine.
Songwriter Louis Abbott explained that the name of the album comes from the imagery of "an artillery shell exploding into a cluster of snow drenched trees." It's a perfect way to sum up the album. It is quiet and beautiful, but occasionally interrupted with intensity. The album works best when it is active and chugging along, and Admrial Fallows' lead single "The Paper Trench" is a prime example of this. Most of the TREE BURSTS IN SNOW is marked by midtempo moody tracks. The woodwind instrumentation, particularly clarinets and flutes, do well to add to the timbre of the band's sound. Sarah Hayes receives a few moments to harmonize and compliment Abbott, prominently on "Tree Bursts." Other tracks, like "Beetle in the Box," works well as a kind of harmony/duet. If this all sounds esoteric, the music here comes across as very accessible. The concluding track "Oh, Oscar" is a heartbreaking ballad that sets the album off on just the right note.
Fans of the Scotland's indie music scene (Twilight Sad, Frightened Rabbits, My Latest Novel, et al.) will enjoy Admiral Fallows' sophomore album. Highlights of the album include: "The Paper Trench," "Isn't This World Enough??" "Beetle in the Box" and "Guest of the Government." These songs are worthy of sampling/download to give the listener an idea of what to expect from TREE BURSTS IN SNOW.
Additional release info: This review covers the standard international release of TREE BURSTS IN SNOW. There exists another edition that contains two bonus tracks: "Party Fears Two" and "Gypsy Girl." These two songs are solid, and, if you enjoy this album, well worth a download.
Songwriter Louis Abbott explained that the name of the album comes from the imagery of "an artillery shell exploding into a cluster of snow drenched trees." It's a perfect way to sum up the album. It is quiet and beautiful, but occasionally interrupted with intensity. The album works best when it is active and chugging along, and Admrial Fallows' lead single "The Paper Trench" is a prime example of this. Most of the TREE BURSTS IN SNOW is marked by midtempo moody tracks. The woodwind instrumentation, particularly clarinets and flutes, do well to add to the timbre of the band's sound. Sarah Hayes receives a few moments to harmonize and compliment Abbott, prominently on "Tree Bursts." Other tracks, like "Beetle in the Box," works well as a kind of harmony/duet. If this all sounds esoteric, the music here comes across as very accessible. The concluding track "Oh, Oscar" is a heartbreaking ballad that sets the album off on just the right note.
Fans of the Scotland's indie music scene (Twilight Sad, Frightened Rabbits, My Latest Novel, et al.) will enjoy Admiral Fallows' sophomore album. Highlights of the album include: "The Paper Trench," "Isn't This World Enough??" "Beetle in the Box" and "Guest of the Government." These songs are worthy of sampling/download to give the listener an idea of what to expect from TREE BURSTS IN SNOW.
Additional release info: This review covers the standard international release of TREE BURSTS IN SNOW. There exists another edition that contains two bonus tracks: "Party Fears Two" and "Gypsy Girl." These two songs are solid, and, if you enjoy this album, well worth a download.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
An Exciting Discovery
I first heard "The Paper Trench" while listening to the stream from freshair.org.uk Holy Moses, Holy Cow! That song caught my attention. Read more
Published 7 months ago by Mark Ratliff
5.0 out of 5 stars
If you like rootsy, pared-down British folk, try this. Improves...
I'm really enjoying this CD, put it immediately in rotation with Mumford & Sons, Edward Sharpe and the magnetic zeros, Laura Marling, Head and the Heart and City and Colour. Read more
Published 7 months ago by Dangerous when Cooking
5.0 out of 5 stars
Lyrical wonder
Laid back group releases enchanting lyrics and music with grabbing hooks. Date night music with a northwest flavor. Don't overlook because of lack of name recognition.
Published 8 months ago by Daniel McRoberts
5.0 out of 5 stars
Burst in beauty
There is something oh so special about this incredible band from Scotland. The songs are powerful, the lyrics strike at an emotional level like very few other bands. Read more
Published 9 months ago by Justin Pruitt
4.0 out of 5 stars
Great Sophomore Effort
Really good album, highlights are the two singles (Paper Trench and Beetle in the Box) as well as Old Fools and Isn't This World Enough?
Published 11 months ago by Andrew Leahey
