Spring Break
Sonic feast in Clinic's fourth album
Aatish Nath
Issue date: 3/2/07 Section: Arts & Entertainment
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The fact that Clinic have been able to put out a fourth studio album is an achievement in itself, but putting one out that still reflects their distinctive sound is what has garnered this Liverpudlian band a cult following and critical acclaim.
The band has been able to experiment with their sound for this record, thanks to recording in their own newly built studio, which translates into a sonic feast for the listener. Known for performing on stage with wearing surgical masks, their fourth album, Visitations, is a minimalist blend of rock with electronic and psychedelic beats that makes for an interesting album.
Their music is one that will defiantly divide the masses, and it seems like lead singer Ade Blackburn knows that. He stated in an interview that the music might seem too raw for some people, and he "like[s] the way it divides opinions."
The album starts off with "Family," a ferocious track that starts strong and ends with an explosion. "Visitations," the title song and the last track on the album, is mellow and surprisingly tragic.
"Animal/Human" is another haunting track that has Middle-Eastern influences, but ultimately sticks to the sound that the band knows best, most notable with a great guitar solo.
Other standout tracks are "Tusk," which is also the first single of the album, as well as "The New Seeker" which was featured on the final episode of The OC. "Tusk" is a pop-punk-inspired track that takes Clinic in a new direction, but somehow, they make it work. "Harvest (Within You)" is another excellent track and is the album's second single. The guitar riffs of "If You Could Read Your Mind" make for a great future single, and it is definitely one of my favorite songs on the record.
To support the October 2006 release of their new album, Clinic will be playing in select cities (with surgical masks), and will play in Philadelphia on March 7 at Johnny Brenda's.
This album is worth checking out, and is a definite must-have for those who want surreal ballads and raw guitar riffs. This is one album that deserves multiple Visitations.
The band has been able to experiment with their sound for this record, thanks to recording in their own newly built studio, which translates into a sonic feast for the listener. Known for performing on stage with wearing surgical masks, their fourth album, Visitations, is a minimalist blend of rock with electronic and psychedelic beats that makes for an interesting album.
Their music is one that will defiantly divide the masses, and it seems like lead singer Ade Blackburn knows that. He stated in an interview that the music might seem too raw for some people, and he "like[s] the way it divides opinions."
The album starts off with "Family," a ferocious track that starts strong and ends with an explosion. "Visitations," the title song and the last track on the album, is mellow and surprisingly tragic.
"Animal/Human" is another haunting track that has Middle-Eastern influences, but ultimately sticks to the sound that the band knows best, most notable with a great guitar solo.
Other standout tracks are "Tusk," which is also the first single of the album, as well as "The New Seeker" which was featured on the final episode of The OC. "Tusk" is a pop-punk-inspired track that takes Clinic in a new direction, but somehow, they make it work. "Harvest (Within You)" is another excellent track and is the album's second single. The guitar riffs of "If You Could Read Your Mind" make for a great future single, and it is definitely one of my favorite songs on the record.
To support the October 2006 release of their new album, Clinic will be playing in select cities (with surgical masks), and will play in Philadelphia on March 7 at Johnny Brenda's.
This album is worth checking out, and is a definite must-have for those who want surreal ballads and raw guitar riffs. This is one album that deserves multiple Visitations.
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