Discog. Discourse Hail The Sun
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Jul 21, 2022 Dive into the chaotic world of a progressive post-hardcore band from Chico, California. The hosts debate the highs and lows of their seven albums, dissecting everything from lyrical themes to production quality. Discover how 'Wake' defined their career and why 'Mental Knife' stands out for its dark introspection. With humor and insightful takes, they even ponder a fictional showdown between bands. Get ready for a rollercoaster of musical opinions and spirited discussions!
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Early Creativity Outshines Execution
- Pow Right in the Kisser shows early Hail The Sun's raw creativity but weak execution.
- The record's poor production and awkward lyrical choices make the band's potential obvious but unrefined.
Rhythmic Ambition Is A Throughline
- The band displays clear technical ambition early, especially in rhythmic play and metric modulation.
- Those ideas appear throughout their discography and get refined on later records.
Elephantitis Tightens The Sound
- Elephantitis marks a notable production improvement and clearer song structure.
- Lyrics still derail some tracks, but musicianship points the band toward its future sound.