ive listened to them since "Her Majesty". Crane Wife was a big disappointment. I liked parts of PIcaresque, but this new album is their best stuff by far. Solid from start to finish. their past albums were more complicated and ambitious than this, and the simplicity of this album is part of why I like it so much. It relies on the great songwriting (lyrics and melodies) instead of on trying to wow us with crazy weird arrangements. Its alot more enjoyable this way.
This is the first album I have ever listened to by them, and I love it. Not too sure where to start with their other releases, any recommendations?
Picaresque or Her Majesty IMO. I could never get into Crane Wife. I never listened to their last one because Crane Wife left such a bad taste in my mouth.