Inu - Captured

Inu are a relatively new band exploring electronica and new wave genres within their soundscapes. The band consists of three established individuals, including Count (DJ Shadow, New Order, Radiohead, Halou), Tim Hingston (Nyles Lannon) and Zoe Keating (Imogen Heap, Rasputina). With this musical experience and background we can hope to receive five epic tracks on this EP entitled Monster.

Inu, although slightly different musically remind me of Turin Brakes and other acts driven by a lead vocal across less apparent and less obtrusive instrumental work. The Bailing shows off this similarity well giving dignity to the simplicity of music and not over-working any one aspect. It is soft and light but a well polished performance and the production shows the abilities of Inu flawlessly. With this song, they achieve a perfect arrangement and delivery.

Tracks Stephen Colbert and Disarm are both created with much the same outcome, exploring a musical journey rather than a three minute, meaningless number. They create a classy atmosphere and I believe this is representative of their previous musical experience over the years. They understand the formulas that work well and they succeed in achieving their goals. Others may class this as safe, but I would suggest Inu know what they are doing and do it VERY well.

A Crowded Place offers a more diverse angle for Inu where heavier keyboard and brass sections are drawn upon from the beginning. The vocals are delayed upon entering; ensuring a more prominent story telling line is secured. This is a darker track and takes a number of listens to truly appreciate. More so than the others which are more instant in their likeability.

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ ( Overall, Monster is an impressive EP and one that will sustain multiple listens without losing its ability to offer an enjoyable listen.

Not to be confused with the Japanese Inu as this is more for fans of Radiohead, The Album Leaf and the likes. VERY GOOD, LISTEN ). ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

Category:

Music

Tags:

• inu
• captured
• monster
• indie
• electronic
• alternative

[thiagoheiner]

By the way, the name of the album is "Not for Anyone"

[sicktearr]

@thiagoheiner it is, now, but at first, before Not for Anyone came out, it was Monster. Cheers!

[thiagoheiner]

I've been trying to find out what this song is about but I am confused. It is enigmatic and beautiful. I can't explain but I absolutely love it. I just bought the album on Itunes and I LOVE it ^_^

[sicktearr]

@thiagoheiner i know, it had me too from the very first time i had listened to it @-)

it's more of a social song, about justice. i'm still charmed <3

[ImBexBullet]

lyrics?

[sicktearr]

@ImBexBullet lyrics @ inuband(dot)com

[PhoenixFlamesRising]

I hate the term "goose bumps," but dammit -- this song gives me goose bumbs (in a good way).

[TheZwolniak]

Best new band of 2010.

[Azalen1]

I think this song allows us to finally see your true selfs and what we hope the world capured of our lives.. Amazing song..

[cokylaw]

this soong its soooo great jojo i love it!! xD

[thiagoheiner]

@sicktearr

Oh hehe, thank you sickyearr <3