Kings of Convenience :: ‘Declaration of Dependence’

I think it’s safe to say that Kings of Convenience haven’t exactly been the most prolific group, only releasing two full-length albums since 2001. I didn’t discover them myself until 2005’s Riot On an Empty Street, which is still such a great record to listen to, even if you’re reminded so when walking into any kind of cafe or coffee shop. For many, that was also the first time you heard the lovely vocals of Ms. Leslie Feist. Sure, the members haven’t been completely silent all these years, with Erlend Øye working on his many musical projects, though Eirik had been finishing up his education if I remember correctly.

I knew the duo had finally started working on a new album last year, but now we’ve got concrete details regarding the long-awaited record, which is officially titled Declaration of Dependence. Even an MP3 has made its way on the internet, which I discovered over on Taylor’s blog Music for Kids… called “Mrs Cold”.

Now, initially hearing this song I was reminded of the recent disappointment of many lead-singles from some of my favorite bands, and I must admit that it did have an affect on this one as well. It didn’t do anything for me, but KoC songs as a whole never standout individually, and work best in succession. You really have to take a moment and let the song soak in for it to really shine. Realizing this, I can accept this single for what it is: a slow moving, relaxing song where the acoustic guitar/violin flourishes makes me want to sit under a beach umbrella while listening to the crashing waves of some nearby ocean.

Expect Declaration of Dependence to hit shelves on October 20th. I couldn’t be happier to finally hear this album after so many years. Let’s just hope it lives up to expectations.

MP3: Kings of Convenience :: “Mrs. Cold”

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The Field :: “The More That I Do”

PJ Harvey & John Parish :: “Black Hearted Love”

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