from Geysir,
released November 19, 2010
Composition: Frank Brempel
Lyrics from the poem 'Augen in der Großstadt' by Kurt Tucholsky
Vocals & Piano: Jenny Thiele
Violin: Frank Brempel
Guitar: Thomas Mühlhoff
Bass: Immanuel Schulte-Ontrop
Drums: Benni Koch
This time, there's really nothing to moan about! I've criticized the band's previous two albums for containing too much pointless improvisations, while, at the same time, I highly appreciated the brilliant songwriting. "Farmhouse Odyssey" have used the past three years wisely for perfecting the latter, and I like the way they root their music in the sound of the 70's, while avoiding the annoying stereotypes of this decade. I'm especially pleased to find a 12-minute track here, that doesn't sound like assembled from parts in the beginner's prog construction kit. Sven B. Schreiber (sbs)
An absolute masterpiece - So glad I've come across these guys. I dare you to listen to Placeholder under the influence of a few drinks and tell me it isn't one of the best musical experiences of your life. Meshuggahboy
Big, clanging psych-rock from this Arizona outfit fuses monk-like vocals with slow-winding guitars for songs that feel like strange hymns. Bandcamp New & Notable May 2, 2016