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The Mars Volta. New Album.

This came out of nowhere for me.  New self-titled album from The Mars Volta.  What a great thing when a broken-up okayish-band regroups after 10 years, crosses genres while maintaining some sonic continuity, and creates a timeless and inspired opus.  What an accomplishment. Confrontationally creative. Hits musically first, then you realize you are also listening to an abundance of audiophile goodness as well.  Wasn’t really a fan of The Mars Volta before this album, but this is a blast.

nyev

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reubent
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Well, it took me a while and many times through this album, but now I think it's fantastic! 

reubent
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@nyev  - "Maybe try following along with lyrics as you go."

Good suggestion. I was thinking the same. First 2 times through, I did not read the lyrics, and they are sometimes a bit hard to understand.

reubent
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I'm on my second pass through the LP. The jury is still out for me. Definitely things I like about the album. But still trying to decide if it jells into a cohesive whole, for me.

reubent
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My LSR was sold out. Just ordered it for delivery tomorrow. 

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