Tuesday, January 10, 2012

School of Seven Bells - The Night

School of Seven Bells Official Site
    A long time ago, during the ridiculous eighties, the over-the-top yet truthful films of John Hughes featured some of the most amazing soundtracks I'd ever heard.  Whether it was Hughes himself or someone who worked for him, someone had their pulse on what was going to be cool three years ahead of everyone or knew what all the cool 'underground' kids were listening to.  I was always surprised when I saw the track list on the back of the cassette tape (yeah...old).  Most of the songs just fit so well with what was taking place on screen.  So well, in fact, that you when you recall a favorite scene from his films, it's almost always accompanied by a song you love.
  What does this have to do with a band consisting of identical twins Alejandra and Claudia Deheza along with former Secret Machines member Benjamin Curtis?
  Everything.
  School of Seven Bells' new album debuts next month.  The Night is the first track leaked from the upcoming release.  For all of us who remember those old John Hughes films?  You're going to be transported back to those films after hearing the track.
  For newer ears that aren't as damaged as mine?  YOU are simply going to enjoy this track even without getting all of my 'old guy' references.  If this single is any indication of how the rest of the album (Ghostory) will sound?  I'm going to be listening to this a LOT.
  Enjoy.
  

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