Monday, June 11, 2012

This Perfect Day - Don't Smile - 1995

After a somewhat lackluster sophomore release, This Perfect Day rebounded with the critically successful (albeit commercially slow) Don't Smile. While it was only released in the band's native Sweden, there's a ton to love here, especially for fans. Opening with the fuzzed-out, over the top "Flamingo," a song dripping with smooth vocal harmonies and a crashing guitar solo, the band barely relents throughout. The guitars are turned up to the max on every track, completely washing the ten-song cycle in distortion and feedback. The effect is tremendous, as quick comparisons could easily be made to other excellent discs like Oasis' Definitely Maybe, Matthew Sweet's 100% Fun, and Silver Sun's self-titled debut. Album highlights also include the sizzling single "It's a Shame" and the summery title track. -AMG


7 comments:

Kishin said...

I have a couple of their discs, but not this one. As always, thanks!

Anonymous said...

bought this one many years ago. great album. good post.

Anonymous said...

Bought this years ago. Such a great album. Everyone needs to check this out.

Shriner said...

Very, very great. Swedish bands are just too cool for some reason.

Woody said...

Thank you very much!!!

Curty Ray said...

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km said...

Please re-upload

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