Two Gallants - The Scenery of Farewell
The Two Gallants newest effort − a 5 song EP/mini-album − represents the quieter, softer side of the group and centers on scenes from a break-up. For some 2Gs fans, the softer side of the band might fall short. On “All Your Faithless Loyalties,” originally released in 2005 on a Hurricane Katrina benefit CD and re-written for this EP, the changes − most noteworthy is the use of a simple verse-chorus structure − don’t work. That being said, the rest of the record is good. The 2Gs’ lyrical prowess, combined with the band’s staple of melodic drums and rolling guitar, never really disappoints. “Seems Like Home To Me” is a perfect example of the best side of the band, only slightly softer. “Linger On,” another good track, proves that the band can play well with a pianist. All in all, 2Gs fans will accept this record, newcomers will have an easy introduction into the band, and everyone will hope their upcoming full-length is more like previous albums than “The Scenery of Farewell.”
Grade: B
-Grant Margeson