Noah and the Whale- The First Days of Spring

When you listen to Charles Fink's vocals there is a part of you asking yourself, "Why do I like this guys voice?", but ultimately, you do. It is the same questions I ask myself about Tom Waits or Bob Dylan. But, before you even hear his voice on "The First Days of Spring" something happens to you. You have the overwhelming urge to cry. The first minute of the song is beyond words. What this band has been able to create in the first song alone is a masterpiece. But then you continue to listen to this album and you realize that this band is more than just a band, they are truly musicians. They don't just create a simple song around five or six chords, with a catchy hook. They create supple and dramatic effect with their music. The build of "The First Days of Spring" is so powerful that it almost knocks you on your ass. And then there is "Love of an Orchestra", my favorite off of the album. There is something so familiar about this song but I still haven't been able to place it. I cannot listen to this song without smiling. It is so upbeat and fun, kind of like an exhilarating bike ride down a large hill.

There is so much that Noah and the Whale have to offer in this album, that I would highly recommend you give it a listen. You may be surprised, I know I was.