Very large sports

I discovered this band by chance on the net. Since I am constantly on the lookout for very large music I hear on the day determined 3 to 4 new albums. Most of them I forget as soon as I have discovered - not as "Boxer". This masterpiece is no longer leaves a lot after the first listen. A wonderful voice, associations to Interpol singer Paul Banks face involuntarily who brilliantly understated but harmonious Instrumenierung slightly melancholic melodies whispers - what a great combination! And who has a penchant for thoughtful lyrics, comes here fully at its expense.

A complete "by listeners" the work for me is not yet, because, unfortunately, the last 3 songs can, admittedly, does not hold very high level throughout. As far as musical intuition must still be rewarded with 5 stars at such a high "Hitdichte". This leaves the impression of a very strong album, which will probably be beaten any more. For me one, if not "the" record of the year.

My Favorites: Track 1-9 :-)