Athlete are releasing their third studio album this month called Beyond the Neighbourhood. It is actually out today in the UK but sadly, we in North America have to wait until September 25th to get our hands on it. Oh well, its only a couple of weeks away.
Anyways, the band's previous album, Tourist, went to #1 in the UK. So, how do a couple of boys from Deptford, London respond to such success. By putting out an 'organically experimental' album, of course! I'm actually not to sure what I mean by that but this album is amazing nonetheless. And it will only take one listen to fall in love with it and also realize that its quite a different sound for Athlete. You won't be able to put your finger on exactly what is different but you will recognize the change. Yet, despite being experimental, the album manages to remain distinctively Athlete.
Beyond the Neighbourhood opens with the stellar instrumental-electronic track entitled 'In Between 2 States,' which acts as a lead-in to their catchy first single 'Hurricane.' Other standout tracks are 'Flying Over Bus Stops,' 'Best Not to Think About It' and 'Airport Disco.' But make sure you don't skip any songs on Beyond the Neighbourhood. All are single-worthy and therefore, there are no filler tracks. Once again, it is time to embrace Athlete.
Tracklisting
1. In Between 2 States – 2:31
2. Hurricane – 3:13
3. Tokyo – 3:32
4. Airport Disco – 4:58
5. It's Not Your Fault – 4:18
6. The Outsiders" – 5:21
7. Flying Over Bus Stops – 4:28
8. Second Hand Stores - 5:13
9. In The Library – 3:04
10. Best Not To Think About It – 4:11
11. This Is What I Sound Like - 4:35
Download (mp3): Athlete - HurricaneMySpace:AthleteAthlete: Official Web SiteBuy Beyond the Neighbourhood
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