Name: Helplessness Blues
Brand: Fleet Foxes

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Bonus disc: No

Catalogue number

70888

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Format Music US

Limited edition

Release date

2011-05-03

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Signed copies: No

Supplier US

Sub P­op

Tax rate US

Sales:8.875

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098787088823

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1 / CD / Extended format: No / Rough Trade Exclusive: No / Signed copies: No

Artist

Fleet Foxes

Genre US

Rock-Pop

Label US

Sub Pop

Fleet Foxes is an indie folk band hailing from Seattle, Washington. Formed in 2005, the band later relocated to New York. Known for their captivating harmonies and poetic lyrics, Fleet Foxes have become a staple in the indie music scene. With their unique blend of folk and rock influences, they have gained a loyal following around the world.
Since their formation, Fleet Foxes have released several critically acclaimed albums, including their self-titled debut album and "Helplessness Blues." Their music often explores themes of nature, love, and introspection, creating a deeply emotional listening experience for fans.
With their distinct sound and thoughtful songwriting, Fleet Foxes continue to captivate audiences with each new release. Whether performing live or recording in the studio, this talented group never fails to deliver powerful performances that leave a lasting impression on listeners.

at last the second fleet foxes album full of sweet folk, baroque pop and free jazz that more than matches the greatness of their influences - roy harper, 'smile' era brian wilson abd crosby, stills and nash. 'helplessness blues' was recorded over the course of a year at avast recording, bear creek studios, dreamland studios, and reciprocal recording. the album was mixed by phil ek and co-produced by fleet foxes and ek. 'helplessness blues' is a thoughtful, elegant record that retains a great deal of what people loved about the foxes the first time around. it adds some surprises too. the jazz coda to 'the shrine / an argument' shows off the foxes's expansive ears; the faintly eastern lilt on songs such as 'bedouin dress' or 'the plains / bitter dancer' keeps their template fresh. to the mesh of guitars and voices come zithers and tibetan singing bowls, as well as something called a marxophone. 'helplessness blues' is born out of a fraught gestation period, touched by doubt, uncertainty and the travails of growing older and finding your place. but it is also a thing of beauty, and as the blissful outro of its title-track or the breathless, exuberant surge of closer 'grown ocean' demonstrate, at its core lies a tangible sense of wonder and hope.

Helplessness Blues

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