You Can't Take It With You

As Tall as Lions | Format: Audio CD

Product Details

• Audio CD (August 18, 2009)
• Original Release Date: 2009
• Number of Discs: 1
• Label: Triple Crown
• ASIN: B002F3BP5E
• In-Print Editions: Audio CD  |  Vinyl  |  MP3 Download
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (19 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #29,527 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)
  • #35 in Music > Alternative Rock > Indie & Lo-Fi > Ambient Pop

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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Dreamy, trippy, August 18, 2009

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William Merrill "eclecticist" (San Antonio, TX United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: You Can't Take It With You (Audio CD)

As Tall As Lions' album called You Can't Take It With You is an unusual collection of songs, defying easy categorization. The overall vibe is an atmospheric melange of prog-rock, jazz, funk and bits of other styles. There are a lot of gentle, unobtrusive moments such as the swirl of synths, bass and muted trumpet and that opens the fifth track, "Duermete." After the intro, guitars gradually enter and then drums. The slow build of the song is vaguely reminiscent of Sigur Ros' music, a comparison strengthened by some of the lead vocalists' penchant for falsetto singing. (They alternate lead vocals on different songs.) ATAL also frequently use a lush harmonic mesh of backing vocals, though, something that makes their sound more distinctive. Along with the melodies, I like the ambient interludes such as an electronic meditation that closes out "Lost My Mind" and the quiet yet cathedral-big instrumental segment that segues into "In Case Of Rapture," a big contrast since "Rapture" turns out to be the album's most rockin' cut. Actually, I shouldn't give the impression that the CD is all atmospherics, as the band does lay down some heavier sounds elsewhere too, as on "Is This Tomorrow?" But ultimately it's the softer passages I found most memorable, especially the songs "Sleepyhead" and "Lost My Mind." The latter tune is especially haunting, as with PJ Harvey or Thom Yorke in their more introspective moods.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A welcome breath of fresh air. True magic., December 26, 2009

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D. Benz "dark matter" - See all my reviews
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This review is from: You Can't Take It With You (Audio CD)

I happened to catch these guys as an opening act for Minus the Bear at a small club. They came on for their set announcing that their lead singer was absent but nonetheless they would play their set without him. Despite an awful mix and a cramped stage, they seemed to be going through some interesting chord work and signature times. Plus they were clearly committed that the show must go on. I though "here's a band with the balls to put it out there, so at least they deserve a proper listen." I picked up a copy of "You Can't Take It with You" the next day. I was more than pleasantly surprised, and sadly wishing that I had seen their complete entourage the previous night. "You Can't Take It With You" is a real stunner. From the drum pounding opener "Circles" to the R&B tinges of the title track to the wicked timing of "Duermete", Danny Nigro and friends perform with an easiness that belies their years. Nigro seems to be channeling the ghost of Jeff Buckley with his stratospheric falsetto. He's a quietly chrasmatic front man that can wisp the listener along with out shouting or bombast. Their are no duds to be found. I echo all the thoughts of other reviewers that ATAL has a bright future. And created a bright spot in an otherwise old and jaded reviewer. May they shine brightly.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic, April 11, 2010

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S. Gleason - See all my reviews
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This review is from: You Can't Take It With You (Audio CD)

ATAL's new album, "You Can't Take it with You" is a phenomenal album. Their sound has evolved so much since "Into the Flood". The use of wind instruments has increased my love for them; the trumpet being my favorite. The vocal melodies never cease to impress. ATAL has a unique signature to their music, its a very rare genre to find in the southwest, so it's definitely one of my favorite bands. These guys are great. I suggest seeing them live as well, because nothing beats live performances.