I was thinking that an album entitled A Touch Under The Weather by a band called Morose wasn’t going to be the most hopeful and uplifting listening experience. The album wasn’t nearly as depressing as I thought it might be and in fact was a really fun ride that embraces what I would refer to as ’90s indie rock.
The album starts with “John Bender” and I immediately liked the music which is great throughout. I have to admit I was a little on the fence about the lyrics which seems to focus on lost, disgruntled suburban youth. At thirty-seven years of age I wasn’t sure I was going to relate to the subject matter personally if this was going to be the main topic throughout the album. Luckily, the album is multilayered with themes and subject matter although struggle and existential dread seems to be a reoccurring topic. “Mannequin” was exceptional. I loved this song and it reminded me of Modest Mouse in the spirit of their album The Moon & Antarctica. “Incapable” is another winner. The song has a lot of energy and the lead guitar gives the song a post-rock-esque vibe. The timing on “Cargo Train” had me. I can always appreciate a band stepping out of 4/4. Kudos to the drummer but man on man the change at around the thirty-second mark has such a crazy good riff. The band does a good job mixing it up with new types of flavors but never get too far away from their foundation. “Pierce The Gray” brings to mind the serene nostalgia of a band like Local Natives while “Kill Tomorrow, Today” was an easily digestible single worthy song. “Ravine” is a highlight and the drumming is technically and creative impressive. “George Feeny,” “10:03” and “I Will Sing The Requiem” were all solid songs. I think “Picket Fence” was a notable song with darker atmosphere while the closer “Norman (A Touch Under The Weather)” ends the album in epic fashion. Fans of indie rock especially ’90s indie rock will not want to miss this. Recommended
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