Modest Mouse

TheCunningStunt · 11-11-2010, 11:36 AM

I'd have preferred this:

Both informative and practical.

sidewinder · 11-11-2010, 02:12 PM

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Originally Posted by TheCunningStunt

Never Ending Math Equation and Interstate 8 were particular stand outs, maybe the album needs to grow on my a little bit more before I make a final judgement.

I haven't round to it yet, but I will do. Maybe tonight!

Yeah those are great, especially "Never Ending Math Equation". I loved that comp from the start because I got it pretty much right when I became a fan, along with TM&A and TLCW. But it's true there are a number of slower and more depressing songs on it than on the proper albums. I still feel all the songs are solid though, well worthy of having been released.

Violent & Funky · 11-11-2010, 03:40 PM

One thing I don't understand is how bands don't include some of their best songs on an album, such as MM's 'Never Ending Math Equation'...

sidewinder · 11-11-2010, 05:58 PM

Well it (along with most/all of the songs on that comp) were released as EPs. I love a good solid EP, so I don't mind some great songs being on those and not on LPs. If these were outtakes/unreleased tracks, I'd agree with you.

Also, taste is subjective...maybe the band didn't like it as much as other songs they did put on albums.

MagicMan · 11-11-2010, 07:50 PM

I've heard good things about these guys but never took the time to explore their body of work. Can anyone recommend me a few standout songs these guys have?

debaserr · 11-11-2010, 09:18 PM

Popsicle Season · 11-11-2010, 09:39 PM

Modest Mouse is pretty good, but the only album I actually listen to is 'We Were Dead Before the Ship Even Sank'. Exactly how old is this band? My language arts teacher says one of their songs was her wedding song. Not that I'm calling her old...

debaserr · 11-11-2010, 10:36 PM

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Originally Posted by Popsicle Season

Modest Mouse is pretty good, but the only album I actually listen to is 'We Were Dead Before the Ship Even Sank'. Exactly how old is this band? My language arts teacher says one of their songs was her wedding song. Not that I'm calling her old...

formed in 1993, with their debut album releasing in 1996. we were dead is a solid album. but it's certainly lesser modest mouse in my mind. if you want more, I highly recommend checking out:

The Lonesome Crowded West
The Moon & Antarctica

Popsicle Season · 11-12-2010, 01:31 AM

I've got the Moon & Antarctica. I'll see if I can get the other one, thanks. But what do you mean, 'lesser' Modest Mouse? It's not their normal work?

Violent & Funky · 11-12-2010, 12:27 PM

Just not as high in quality is all he meant...

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sidewinder Engorged Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Seattle, WA Posts: 5,536	Well it (along with most/all of the songs on that comp) were released as EPs. I love a good solid EP, so I don't mind some great songs being on those and not on LPs. If these were outtakes/unreleased tracks, I'd agree with you. Also, taste is subjective...maybe the band didn't like it as much as other songs they did put on albums. __________________ last.fm \| my collection on RYM \| vinyl instagram @allthatyouseeandhear I'd love to see your signature/links too, but the huge and obnoxious ones have caused me to block all signatures.

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11-11-2010, 09:39 PM	#667 (permalink)
Popsicle Season Groupie Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: The Sky, Three Months a Year Posts: 4	Modest Mouse is pretty good, but the only album I actually listen to is 'We Were Dead Before the Ship Even Sank'. Exactly how old is this band? My language arts teacher says one of their songs was her wedding song. Not that I'm calling her old...

11-12-2010, 01:31 AM	#669 (permalink)
Popsicle Season Groupie Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: The Sky, Three Months a Year Posts: 4	I've got the Moon & Antarctica. I'll see if I can get the other one, thanks. But what do you mean, 'lesser' Modest Mouse? It's not their normal work?

11-12-2010, 12:27 PM	#670 (permalink)
Violent & Funky FUNky Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Midland, MI Posts: 2,482	Just not as high in quality is all he meant... __________________ http://www.last.fm/user/ohio0808 sometimes I don't thrill you sometimes I think I'll kill you just don't let me fuck up will you 'cause when I need a friend it's still you