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- Summary: This self-titled disc marks the debut for the unique-sounding New York post-rock/experimental trio of Philip Wann and twin sisters Claudia and Alley Deheza. Steve Rivette (Liars) produced, with guest drumming from Interpol's Sam Fogarino.
- Record Label: Arena Rock
- Genre(s): Indie, Rock, Experimental
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Score distribution:
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Positive: 7 out of 8
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Mixed: 1 out of 8
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Negative: 0 out of 8
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Albums of this caliber just don't come around that often.
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While alternating between derivative and rudimentary, On!Air!Library! is nevertheless well executed in its obviousness.
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Imagine Bauhaus' "Terror Couple Kill Colonel" massaged by classic 4AD discord and you have the mysterious blend of On! Air! Library!
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They honestly sound like no other known band.
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What this self-titled debut is, though, is two different albums (EPs, really): one of wavering delicacy, the other of focused riffage.
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An ambitious mishmash of musical styles; it wavers from time to time, but to their credit, the record never derails.
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It’s obvious that the group can write straight-ahead rock/pop songs, but only chooses to tease the listener with short glimpses of their ability in this regard.