hmm i guess i should post something.

its really been a super boring day. i dont feel like going out and i dont feel like staying at home. and i have to do work but i dont feel like doing work. so odd. therefore school rocks (sometimes).

i shall type out my whole album review and summary for And the Glass Handed Kites by Mew.

Circuitry of the Wolf -- an instrumental introduction to the album. not really my taste, but an important track that sets the tone and mood of the album (or at least, the next few songs). can be somewhat repetitive and boring at times but nice for grunge rock fans.

Chinaberry Tree -- a simple classic Mew track in the album. one clear significant time signature change in the middle of the song, which also fits the mood of the lyrics. short and sweet.

Why Are You Looking Grave? -- one of my favourites in the album. the only other video besides 'Special' to be aired on mtv asia. the beat is unusually consistent in this song, and the lyrics of the song are particularly interesting.

Fox Cub -- not for me. the only part worth listening to is the end, where the beat acceleration marks the climatic start of the mix of 'Apocalypso', 'Special' and 'The Zookeeper's Boy'.

the following three tracks are the best mix of songs i have ever heard.

Apocalypso -- this track proves that Mew can not only do slow rock. though Jonas Bjerre's voice may seem a little overwhelming at the chorus, this track is definitely worth listening to.

Special -- the fantastic reason of why i bought the album. this song was my addiction for 1 year. it still is. the change of timing is just magnificent. it will send chills down your already shivering spine. i never get tired of listening to it, my definite favourite in the album. the video is also extremely surreal, check it out if you want to.

The Zookeeper's Boy -- showcases the soaring vocals of Jonas Bjerre. love it. may sound like a hardcore rock track until the scaling piano enters. lyrics are totally inane and crazy, like most other Mew songs.

A Dark Design -- interesting yet odd track. nothing much to say about it.

Saviours Of Jazz Ballet (Fear Me, December) -- short song whose lyrics evoke much imagery. i really wonder what they did that inspired this song.

An Envoy to the Open Fields -- old-fashioned yet wonderful song. the most number of timing changes, which i love. this track gets you to think how Mew manages to pull them off so smoothly. though not really for easy listening (as the track explores and repeats unique beats rapidly), it will definitely grow on you.

Small Ambulance -- boring filler track (instrumental).

The Seething Rain Weeps For You -- a totally un-emo song about goodbyes. has a very uplifting mood and tone even though its depressing. nice song to cheer up to after break-ups HAHA

White Lips Kissed -- dont really get what this track is saying. a Mew kind of emo-ness, judging from the atmosphere. sounds quite mainstream too.

Louise Louisa -- not bad for a 7 minute track. the first half of the song is way nicer than the second part. most of the song is instrumental, somewhat like Linkin Park's 'Session' but without the clever mixing of Mike Shinoda. i like how they play with the effect of Jonas' lone voice around the end of the track.


well there you go. im proud of myself managing to complete the review. =)