Vampire Weekend - Modern Vampires of the City ALBUM REVIEW
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Vampire Weekend's latest album is a worth sequel to 2010's Contra, presenting songs that truly stand on the merits of their memorable writing and lush instrumentation.
What did you think of this album? Love it? Hate it? Why? What should I review next, eh?
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FAV TRACKS: STEP, DIANE YOUNG, UNBELIEVERS, DON'T DIE, HANNAH HUNT, HUDSON
LEAST FAV TRACK: FINGER BACK
VAMPIRE WEEKEND - MODERN VAMPIRES OF THE CITY / 2013 / XL / INDIE ROCK, INDIE POP, BAROQUE POP, CHAMBER POP
7/10
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How could you not mention Hannah hunt? That song is so beautiful, definitely one of my all time favorite vw songs
I agree! It build up to this amazing ending that always makes me smile ! "if i cant trust you then dammit hannah!!"
preach!!!! you’re a god
same, imo it really emphasizes the atmosphere of the album. I'm really excited for their new one
It's in his best tracks
@@lilyl201 have on sale ow was yq as a kid ssssrwtt
Uh, are we not going to talk about Hannah Hunt?
the best song of literally all time
@@AmalAmal agreedddddd
@@AmalAmal come on now
Exactly!!!
right
This album is at least a nine
Sure, what's next, they're better than the Beatles? It's not a 9
@@pavlegrebenarevic382 yeah they probably are. 9.
Shayne Sawian How are they better than the Beatles in any way?
@@pavlegrebenarevic382 Shut up oldhead, MVOTC is a 9.
This album slaps, but even I'm not a big fan of the beatles and think that comparing VW to them and implying they're better is pushing it a little too much lol
I disagree the second half the album is the best with songs like Hudson, Hannah Hunt, Worship you, and in my opinion one of their best songs YA HEY. That song is the best song I have heard in a few years. I give the album an easy 9/10
I agree with you. Ya Hey is one of their beautifully crafted songs. These lyrics captivated me "America don't love you, so I could never love you, In spite of everything" I also love the fact that they used a calmer (yet somewhat alive) musical approach, because it perfectly fits with the song lyrics, which talk about the relationship of religion and society.
Worship You is so fucking great.
I like the first half more, but I still enjoy the second half a lot
Why didn't he mention Hannah hunt?
+Emily Case it was actually my favourite of the album
Emily Case The best song. The saddest song.
its in the description box
glassofwater decent meme
glassofwater it's in best tracks lul
Is no one going to acknowledge that he just called Obvious Bicycle "Obvious Style"?
zenscape87, doing the lord’s work.
He also typed Don't Lie as "Don't Die"
I would disagree with your interpretation of "Obvious Bicycle" as "sunshiny". On the contrary I would say that it is the most sullen and defeatist song on the LP. It talks about impotence in a modern, impersonal world, backed by slow and almost resigned pianos. Lyrics like "spare your face the razor because no one's gonna spare the time for you" show that the narrator has given up trying to work and conform in a modern workforce.
I loved the ending to Finger Back. I love the "I don't wanna live like this, but I don't wanna die" lyric and I love the intensity the song picks up right at the end.
Woah what? I never got to the end cause it makes me super uncomfortable, but isn't that a lyric that appears again in Harmony Hall? Cool
@@rruckman9782 yea and Anthony praises harmony hall for that lyric but hates finger back :/
@@steven-bs5ep finger back can be kinda irritating but the "i dont wanna live like this" hook is an absolute gold
...he gave it a 7?
I actually love Finger Back. Dont ask me why but I enjoy the constant pegging sound
I love finger back
I agree, I love the track, but what do you mean by "pegging sound?"
***** I guess I mean the rapid piano keys. It sounds awesome.
Paul Keefe Yeah, I agree. The drums on the song are super fun to play as well.
***** The drums also sounds cool. It has an echo-y sound to it. I don't know the right terminology, but I hope you get what I mena
They won a Grammy for this. They didn't seem to care. I can dig it.
"Ya Hey" is easily the best song on this very good album. I typically hate the chipmunk shit, but I'm fine with it here.
agree, for some reason I'm not at all bothered by it
I respect that, but "Step" just has something so iconic to my ears
It's hard to pick a favorite on this album honestly. The writing, production, and instrumentation from every member of the band is just so perfected.
YOLO was the best song, in my opinion atleast. Lil Wayne actually did really good on his verse.
Miguel Hernandez Yeah,his verse made new buy the album
Miguel Hernandez yep in fact he joined the band
+Miguel Hernandez Metalica was also pretty good on the album
it's not on the album
It was a bit weird when Hugh Jackman started going full on opera
C'mon this is one of my all-time favorite, and the best one of the year, and Finger Back is one of the greatest tracks here. This album should receive at least 8/10.
Thank you! I was looking for someone to say that! It's a great song!
7Seconds of Winter Yeah, it's one of my most favorite pop records. And a friend bought me it for my birthday! I'm like, the happiest man in the world now :P
Eyal Elmakies Ha, I love getting albums for presents, especially on vinyl. Its not that expensive, but its like really thoughtful and enjoyable. If I get money, thats what I spend it on anyway...
7Seconds of Winter lol, I actually had an opportunitty to by a vinyl, but I bought 3 CDs instead :P
They're Indie Rock, man. Not pop, because pop is shit, and you don't wanna drag them down like that, haha.
This deserved a 9 or 10 for sure
I actually really like Finger Back
I saw them live when this album first came out in Boston, M.A. It took place at B.U.; the management said it was the loudest concert they have ever had. It was amazing, fun and "fan-friendly". They played both new and old songs. I would definitely see them again.
Why is your skin flawless
Miguel Albarracin veganism
Easily 10/10 Anthony Fandango needs to get his ears checked.
I.FUCKIN. LOVE. YOU.
Good review, I really like Hannah Hunt though, it kinda went unmentioned if I'm not mistaken
it was on the fav tracks list
For real, that's IMO the best track on the album and that's saying a lot due to the fact that the album is packed with really strong tracks
I was wondering why their first album was annoying to Anthony
+Martin Medrano yeaaaaa, i'd say as a whole their 3rd album is my least favorite. I still loved it, and I def can say my favorite songs are on this album, but some song are a little annoying
+John Tarpley contra is probably the most put together imo. Then their debut
@Aboood165 Self Titled, Modern Vampires, then Contra. All three are excellent though.
Their self titlef was amazing
To me this is a 10. One of my favorite albums of all time
i dig it a lot, and it is a highlight, for sure. i love how explosive the song is @ the end, and the melody is quite sweet.
hello melon
Hi
re review
Self titled = annoying
Contra = captivating
Hm.
Yeah I don't know what he was on cause their debut is one of their best albums after mvotc and contra :/
Am I the only one that dislikes Contra :(
@@betamaxreal yeah buddy
Self titled is good but def their weakest in their discog
Alex Meechan father of the bride is but that’s not saying much, all their albums are great.
Anthony talked about every song on this album except for the one song that in my opinion, is the best off of this LP. Hannah Hunt, fucking amazing song. Nice low beat tempo, beautiful piano crescendo around 2:40, and Ezra's vocals are very strong through the entire track.
I don't think that "Everlasting Arms" is boring at all. It may not make a huge statement, but that's what I love about it- it's simple and ingenuous. It's exactly the type of song that I love hearing around the middle of albums that I'm already enjoying.
Tbh I was thinking that too. I definitely understand finding finger back annoying cuz that was my first impression of it too, and worship you I understand too, but from the first listen I always really liked everlasting arms for being a simple but subtly powerful song
least fav track : fingers back
really ? -_-
I though Young Lion was a really nice closer to a great album tbh.
Finger Back is top 5 songs in this album lmao what are you talking about.
do you not realize what you're watching?
Love the Prince 1999 album sleeve in the background. Dig the reviews.
he wrote "Don't Lie" as "Don't Die" in the description box
Finger Back is really reminding me of that new Animal Collective single, Floridada. But I like Floridada lol. Also, that Ya Hey chorus really grew on me.
I consistantly revisit this reveiw just for anthonys stirring rendition of the spoken word portion of fingerback
what brings me here today!
Man, Chipmunk noises all the way.
Totally agree.
***** You stole my profile!
yaa hey
If it wasnt so up front in the mix I wouldnt mind it
What!? I loved "Finger Back"!!!... I have to agree with you about "Ya Hey", though.
I thought this was a very good album, maybe an overall 8.5/10. The tracks "Obvious Bicycle", "Unbelievers", and "Hannah Hunt" are my favorites. The beautiful instrumentation and vocals just suck you in immediately.
I'm glad I'm not the only one who thinks the chipmunk vocals on "Ya Hey" are incredibly annoying, though. And I really don't get "Young Lion" at all. Kind of pointless and anticlimactic, in my opinion, especially right after a great track like "Hudson".
TheAndrewj96 personally i would give it a 9 but thats just me personally personally
Completely agree
I love the way you close your videos. It makes me feel at peace and just happy everytime
He somehow got annoyed by the first album????? Hol’ up.
Fair review I'd say. This is probably my favourite Vampire Weekend record and they've really improved on their sound. Songs like 'Obvious Bicycle', 'Unbelievers', 'Diane Young', 'Step' and 'Hudson' are brilliant. However as mentioned, they've still got a few tracks on here that are quite annoying melodically to listen to. Still one of my favourite bands right now though
Seriously? You think "Diane Young" is brilliant? That "Bae-by, Bae-by, Bae-by, Bae-by Ride-on, Bae-by, Bae-by, Bae-by, Bae-by Ride-on... Time, Time, Tai, Tai, P-Ta-Ta?"
JapB01 I think Diane Young is a really great sound instrumentally. Its super catchy plus the diane young/ dying young thing is cool
JapB01 Diane Young is actually a very cleverly song lyrically talking about terrorism in Ireland. It does sound like nonsense but there is an underlying meaning and purpose to it
honestly, i think vampire weekend sounds just like themselves without the chipmunk'd vocals. i don't think that song really added anything unique to the track. the lyrics, melody, and ezra's voice were quite enough. the chorus vocals themselves at a normal pitch would have been fine. *shrugs*
Step always makes me feel nostalgic and slightly sad. It reminds me of a song my dad would listen to and I haven't heard it in so long and I wish I could find it again or that my dad would remember what it was bc whenever I listen to Step it brings back such a specific memory. I love that song so much; I love the way it affected me the first time I heard it. Incredible song.
I really agree with this review. I think the first half of the album is just so incredibly solid and completely carries the whole thing. Then after Hannah Hunt, which is probably one of their best songs ever written, it just starts falling flat and going randomly berserk. I love the verses of Ya Hey but those annoying sounds in the chorus make me go wtf?
Even though he second half could be a lot better, The first half itself is enough to carry this album to an 8-8.5 for me.
oh my god anthony, that part at 6:30-6:45 is freaking hilarious. i repeated it like five times. highlight of my day.
Hannah hunt is in the description, calm down. But we must riot for him only giving this album a 7
This is a well-reasoned and well thought-out critical counterpoint to the mountain of praise that's being heaped on this album. This is an excellent review that has actually made me more interested to hear it. Thanks for the good work. It's reviews like this that keep me coming back to your channel.
Just bought this album today, it's almost like their first album, but with a darker twist in my opinion, that's why I bought the album! I loved the first album. This time around (which is worth mentioning) is the work they put into the album design: Has an outer sleeve, nice thick booklet, good art style that's consistent. That's something that unfortunately you don't see very often these days.
btw that one of youre fav track isnt "dont die", its "dont lie"
this review doesn't get into the meat of the album- the point of the album is the struggle between the secular world and Ezra's innate knowledge of something more. Every song can, and I think should, be viewed through this filter.
and "Finger Back" is annoying in and of itself but no track of this album is meant to be taken by itself, it is a concept album made to be consumed in one, intense, meditative setting.
this is the most cohesive album of the decade, with the exception of maybe Kendrick's first two records. top to bottom, this album is an exquisite reflection upon what it means to believe despite the fact that "the world will disagree." Also, while I'm here, "Young Lion" is almost certainly a reference to the Book of Revelation, the final book of the Bible, where Jesus refers to himself as a lion. Final track on the album, final book of the Bible, "Take your time young lion" is pretty much a summary of the thesis of the album: I want you, God, but I want this Earth as well. So take your time.
Finger back is one of my favorite tracks, and all my friends at the listening party liked that one alot...
Still, great review here. Always a pleasure to watch.
Anthony ... do you still on repeated listens think 'Everlasting Arms' sounds like wallpaper? I think some cheese fell into your ears when you were reviewing it. It's one of the standout tracks.
Agree fully with light to decent 7, but do feel the band have got more interesting doth each LP. Review pretty much on the money apart from the wallpaper error.
Keep on keepin on
Review Interpol's 'El Pintor' please, sire?
finger back is my favorite song on the album
Could you please review an Avett Brothers album? I'm just curious. Perhaps Emotionalism?
He doesn't review random albums, unless they're classics. He only reviews new albums.
ya hey is my favorite song on the album. the high pitched ya hey's are so great to me. the drums and bass hit so hard and there's just this feeble wine in the back. i dont know i love it.
Why does their debut annoyed you? Was it so unique that it makes you cringe?
It's literally the best in their discography. And that's not even debatable
Some people thought they were appropriating their sound and that's not cool for educated white people to do. Of course people who say and believe such things are morons.
Don't die? I'm pretty sure it's don't lie. And finger back is amazing
Perfect review !! Great Job ! Mikal Cronin?
Thanks for the review, would love to see what you think of the Dillinger Escape Plan album.
Definitely better than a 7. My favorite album of theirs so far. Hannah hunt is a brilliant song
I love the album! It’s on my top 10 albums of the decade!
1. The Suburbs
2. To Pimp A Butterfly
3. My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy
4. Lonerism
5. A Moon Shaped Pool
6. High Violet
7. good kid, m.A.A.d. city
8. Teen Dream
9. Modern Vampires Of The City
10. Bon Iver
such an accurate list, pog!
Good List
Decent list but very basic. Have you heard Joanna Newsom, Sufjan Stevens records from this decade? Or björk's Vulnicura?
@@haustreviance shut up Trevin
The suburbs is your top album of the decade? Interesting...
You seem to be pretty firm/final with you opinions on records like this, but have you revisited Mordern Vampires? I'd be curious to hear of any updates you've acknowledged in records you've previously reviewed. Keep up the great content friend
I had no clue there were other albums of Vampire Weekend... I need to check those albums out.
6:28 I like Finger Back but I admit I laughed
I love finger back for the reasons you said you hated it
Fair enough. I had a lot of thoughts similar to you when I listened to this album, so I agree with a hell of a lot of what you're saying, great review!
I know it came out a while back now, but it would be interesting to see your review on the first Vampire Weekend album...
:) :) :)
Vampire Weekend>Contra
Damn. IDK Anymore. I thourghly listened to contra again and i enjoyed it.
Contra=Modern Vampires=Vampire Weekend
Their first album had some greats (A-Punk, Campus, Cape Cod Kwassa Kwassa) but there seemed to be a lot of filler.
Contra didn't have as many super memorable songs, but at the same time was a much stronger and more developed album.
Modern Vampires is amazing, every track fits the mold. It's a lot darker than the other two albums, and has much more replay-ability.
Overall, I think they improved with each record.
+LeoBoyer filler? There is not one half-assed or bad song on their debut. By far their best stuff they've put out. I think MVotC is only their 3rd best because it's good, but not great, like the self-titled album and Contra.
The self titled album is by far the best in their catalogue
0/10 review it again
What's your problem?
+Micah Amyx vampire weekend suck
cezrulez Then why watch a review about them?
+Micah Amyx to tell antwon fantwon that his opinion is incorrect
cezrulez Are you a troll?
I almost completely agree with you, im just genuinly surprised you didnt mention "Young Lion" because in my opinion, that is the strongest song on the album, even though it may be the shortest. The vocal harmonies in this are something that was completely unique to them and came out as well as Fleet Foxes. Over all, Obvious Bicycle, Young Lion, Step, and Hudson and my favorites.
Na that's the worst imo
your reviews are always so interesting! at first i didn't quite take to the album. I was awaiting a young and naive album full of quirky guitar riffs and mostly fast tempo music. YVOTMC is a mature and a very self aware album. the underlying theme i heard in this album was the fear of growing old and ceasing to live.i also think the track listing was slightly wrong. Hudson ends on the eerie aura and i think the album should have ended on that. Young Lion should have been the Opening track.
ok... I don't understand this review at all, have your ears gone bad? How can you not hear the afrobeat influences on this album? I don't get it... Also, I will say that Vampire Weekend has ALWAYS been more influenced by afrobeat and gospel than anything else, personally I don't think there has EVER been a ska or reggea influence on any of their stuff. It's obvious that you aren't familiar with afrobeat, which I feel like you should be, especially with the sort of hip-hop you like.
Anthony, very fair review as usual. Gotta say I love Finger Back. This album is such a mature step up for a group that I consider one of the best pop acts of today.
havent listened to this album yet but i gotta say, im so excited. great review A
I loved this review. A very fair and balanced response.
Personally, this is one of my favourite releases of the year, but you nailed it when you said that the album just loses the potent momentum that the first six songs build up incredibly well- I personally find track 7, Everlasting Arms, charming because I am a sucker for the strings sample at the beginning and the nice bass and percussion they lay down.
Finger Back/Worship You/Young Lion...Ugh. Leave those off, and have a brill 9 track LP.
I'm 10 tracks in, and this album has really grown on me. I haven't heard a bad track yet.
anythony r u going to review evil friends?
Got to agree with you on Ya Hey with the chipmunk vocals. You described one track as wallpaper, Ive always called it filler, and definitely agree that it doesn't have any purpose. However, its hard for me to look past tracks like Obvious Bicycle, Hannah Hunt, and Diane Young which i feel are some of VW's best work. Id say a solid 7 is a pretty accurate rating.
I thought this review was spot on, especially about the second half of the album losing steam. My issue is how he describes VW's former sound. It is not reggae or ska influenced. The percussive and rhythm guitar elements are influence by WEST AFRICAN pop music sometimes called Afrobeat (Nigerian), Highlife (Ghanaian), or what is popularly (and weirdly?) known as "World Music." Afrobeat and reggae are completely different genres. Being Ghanaian, I grew up listening to Afrobeat music (which is what drew me to VW in the first place). A band that is reggae or ska influenced would be bands like Less than Jake, Sublime, The Police, maybe No Doubt....
Um....I used to think that they were afrivan infused but in an interview with Ezra I remember he was asked about that and denied it. I guess he likes african culture but doesn't intend to incorporate it into his tunes
Really didn't quite get your thoughts on the track "Hudson". Can you elaborate again?
The ending is what captivated me as well (obviously). The vid was entertaining as always. Thanks for all you do, man.
Thanks Mr. Fantano. I don't know how you can review so much music but I do take my hat off to you for doing so.
Anthony, please review:
Pure X: Crawling Up The Stairs
Dirty Beaches: Drifters / Love Is The Devil
Kylesa: Ultraviolet
Baths: Obsidian
These New Puritans: Fields Of Reeds
Peals: Walking Field
DJ Koze: Amygdala
I agree the middle was spotty, though I thought it was overall a step in the right direction for sure. I like Hudson is well and I the kind of quaint vibe it has to it. But yeah, good step in the right direction and if they continue down this road I see good things to come.
Just had my first listen through. My favorites are Finger Back, Ya Hey, Diane Young, Step and Obvious Bicycle. My Least Favorites (read: I'll come around to them later) Hannah Hunt and Hudson
The record on the background. Which one is it?
man I love your reviews
By far their best album. I really love it. Awesome video too, you sir deserve a subscription!
Favorite song is Hannah Hunt. It's amazing.
The green blur around your hand when it passes the album cover is distracting haha. Good review!
hopefully, i can do it by the end of this week.
I love the squeaky vocals and the chorus on Ya Hey. I think it's beautiful, catchy, and fun. I respect your opinion, though. I thought this was Vampire Weekends most consistent and fully realized album so far.
Hannah Hunt, Everlasting Arms, Don't Lie, Ya Hey, all these songs are amazing and genius. How were they not taken into account?
He lists HH as his favorite of the album...
I really enjoyed that album. Since it started up to end. Waiting for buying Contra Album (:
Did he ever do a quick review of the new split EP with Plague Widow and Oblivionized?
Anthony! -I know this is late but what is the borrowed melody???
Would you mind reviewing Pharmakon? I'm curious to hear your take on it, thanks!
Yo Anthony, when is your album coming out? Or are you helping Cal with his??
Anthony you should review Fortress Social Club's Grando 7" EP
or just wait for their album in a month haha
What is that album in the background? I have seen it before, in The Breakfast Club, and I have always wondered which band or artist it belongs to. I am aware that it is probably incredibly famous because of the film or that it is, at a guess, something from the likes of Prince but I have never seen it anywhere other than this video and the film.