The story of The North Atlantic evidently goes something like this... These guys from San Deigo by way of Kalamazoo, MI (Bells shout-out) broke up shortly after the initial release of Wires In The Walls in 2003, but couldn't stand the heartache that being apart left them all with. So now the year is 2006 and the reuinted band has re-released the album on We Put Out Records for the world to have a second look.
On Wires In The Walls The North Atlantic deliver frenetic post-punk that never loses steam despite sometimes wandering (but not far) into what sounds to my ears to be almost new-wave synth. Jagged guitars and pummeling drums shift and contort with every tempo change like an out of control freighttrain. The band also showcases a humorous side on songs like "Scientist Girl." How can you not love a band with lyrics like, "I'd rather listen to The Clash all night than be with you."
RIYL: The Blood Brothers, Bear Vs. Shark, Small Brown Bike, etc...
MP3 | The North Atlantic - Drunk Under The Electrics Wires In The Walls
MP3 | The North Atlantic - Street Sweepers Wires In The Walls
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I am confused . . . what is up with the Dismemberment Plan reference in the title of the post if they are not mentioned anywhere?
That's the whole point. Random titles are great. I love the Plan so why shouldn't I use their song lyrics in my post titles?
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