Papercuts – Fading Parade

While listening to this album, I felt like I was in a dream. This album contains an open room feel the whole time, but it is filled to the brim quickly and strongly with a soft yet powerful playing style. Lead singer Jason Quever has the perfect voice for an open room sound. The echo of his strong but effortless voice creates an amazing atmosphere for the ear. The instrumental part of the music seems so lightly played, yet it fills up the room wonderfully with its soothing and full sound.  The title of the album Fading Parade could very well be connected with the style of music. Although the feel is pretty close to having a Parade Fade away in front of you, at the same time it feels like you’re riding along with the parade the whole time. If you are in a party scene, I would recommend not spinning this album, unless it’s a relaxing party. The members of Papercuts have the perfect balance between sounding soft and rough, so if you’re in a relaxed mood, but also want some more upbeat music, Fading Parade is the way to go. The opener “Do You Really Wanna Know” starts of the album wonderfully, and I recommend you follow this Parade. (Sub Pop, www.subpop.com) Nicholas Van Doeselaar