Themed Thursday, a tradition since the creation of All Things Go, has risen from the dead and is returning. For those of you readers not familiar with Themed Thursday, each of the writers (Adrian, Nicholas and myself) choose a themeand then each choose a song to fit that theme. The theme this week is rising from the dead, in honor of the return of Themed Thursdays. Enjoy.
Adrian’s Choice: Gatsby’s American Dream - Speaker for the Dead
Perhaps the most epic track off the band’s astounding Fearless Records debut Volcano. I love everything about this song, especially towards the end when they bring back the reprise from “Fable,” an earlier track on the album. However, what makes this song so beautiful is its representation of the album’s metaphorical theme. I really hope this band isn’t dead - Gatsby’s have proven themselves to be an intelligent band, so I’m really interested as to what concept these guys may tackle next.
Nicholas’ Choice: Hella - 1-800-Ghost-Dance
This song is chock full of amazing. One guitar, one drummer. What can really come of this, one may wonder. Well, put this track on, light a few candles, and make sure you’re at least arm’s length away from your neighbor, cuz this be dancey. Wake the dead!
Zack’s Choice: mc DJ - Zombies
mc DJ remixed most all of Sufjan Steven’s incredible release, Illinois, adding basslines, beats, and, occasionally, slowing down or speeding up the track to create completely new and interesting takes on already quality songs. “Zombies” is one of the finer tracks on Illin-Noise, and perfectly fits the theme.
December 8, 2006 at 4:00 pm
hoorrrayyyy!
December 8, 2006 at 4:42 pm
i was waiting for a comment anna. half of the reason we restarted it was you.
December 11, 2006 at 11:02 am
YAY!!!!! It’s back!! oh, and 1-800-Ghost-Dance is fantastical.