I still remember the same group of dudes not reacting like we reacted during Illusion's memorable drive home from Tower. I was still buzzing over Abolition and moments here and there, but I remember saying that I'd have to listen to it some more to fully figure out what's what. Unfortunately, it never grew on me. That gut instinct upon first listen proved to be a real thing. So much of it blends together as the same song, more or less. I was also the victim of my own expectations. I didn't set expectations for IC or Illusion.
I still think the title track of TAITA would have been their biggest hit if they had released it as a single.
The take that something that isn’t “a giant leap forward” is somehow a step backward or a disappointment is infinitely frustrating.
I figured out what band Mike J is in, but won’t reveal his secret if he promises to admit that TAITA (the album) is great.
Here goes.... Collage of when I saw and met them on the Beggars tour. Singed ticket, flyer and I printed out my own setlist to always remember it. I'm a known air guitarist and Ed wouldn't do it with me, but agreed to point and laugh while I did it. Best picture ever probably. Framed promotional poster for the date I saw them on the Major/Minor tour with my ticket. They played all of @KidLightning 's favorite songs. Singed first press of Beggars framed. I forget what number it is since it's framed. (Wolves at the Gate signed below for all you crazy Wolves fans) Anthology on Vinyl and an unopened Deeper Wells ep! Both pressings of the Alchemy Index. Yeeee Their best album framed alongside two other all time favorites. Here it is, the most sentimental. I was a casual fan before I saw this show. Went by chance because my brother had an extra ticket. Wasn't a BN fan and but knew Vheissu and Artist a little bit so decided to go. Their set and performance blew me away and super fan from that point on. Also it got me into mewithoutyou since I never had heard of them either. Thrice Setlist at The Pageant, St. Louis Perfect introductory setlist if I say so myself.
Not in the same vein as All that's Left and Stare at the Sun, with music videos and push for radio. Right? I could be wrong about that.