The fourth track, вЂњYet AgainвЂќ, heavily says Radiohead to the listening brain and while that seems like high praise it still has a slight been there done that feel to it. It keeps the energy lofted and is a fine track, although it still feels like something is missing and maybe could have used a bit more exploration. The next track, вЂњSpeak in RoundsвЂќ, makes a call back to the frenzy, flutter strum of Veckatimest opener вЂњSouthern PointвЂќ which is quite a high complement.

In my mind I wanted the track to continue the buildup that I know Grizzly Bear is capable of. The song then ends with what may be conceived as a whimper that left me wanting a bit more. The first track, вЂњSleeping UteвЂњ, seems to be heading in the right direction for the same Veckatimest grandiosity with a clever chord bounce that leads into a swirling fury or instrumentation that evokes some of the grandest dream pop. Here Grizzly Bear returns with the follow up, Shields, a more expansive album that soars in sections but at certain points may be too sparse for its own good. The album was a dream wonderland of exhilaration you could close your eyes and float away with ease. crafted an album were vocals soared, guitars fluttered, pianos pounded, and drums thundered. The musical craftsmanship, harmonies, and hype for the record were all there and it was warranted. Fire Note Says: While it feels like the framework of greatness is there, Grizzly BearвЂ™s new album, Shields, doesnвЂ™t quite match their last top performer Veckatimest.ДЄlbum Review: Grizzly BearвЂ™s last record, Veckatimest, topped the chart and was number one in our 2009 Blazing Top 50 year end countdown.

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