The Thermals
Now We Can See
Kill Rock Stars (2009)
why you'll love it: catchy dirty pop-punk with intelligent lyrics
why you'll hate it: you think anything within six degrees of indie must burn
In just about all forms of art and expression, there are presentations that are so simple and common that you'd think anybody could have done it. This could be a stand-up routine making glaring observations, art that is simply just a splash of color, or a three minute indie pop-punk song. The Thermals certainly do what anyone can, but only they do. Much like that comedian's tone and pace, and the artist's context and form, The Thermals use their own pitch and production to make them immediately stand out.
Not much has changed about this band over the past few years. This album runs with a lot of the catchy melodies introduced in The Body, The Blood, The Machine (2006), and leaves behind the religious overtones. While the meanings of the songs are a bit more hidden than usual, they feel quite romantic and nostalgic. The album is reminiscent of Chisel, in its pace and dry delivery; only with more sharp edges and less variation in instrumentals. Great album. Keep this one around for summer road trips.
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