Music: 1372 Overton Park by Lucero

Quick music recommendation for you here. I bought 1372 Overton Park by Lucero 3 or so weeks ago when it came out, and can't stop playing it. Lucero is a band I've tried to like several times in the past, but just couldn't seem to get into them. I listened to their new one on lala.com, and decided to take the plunge. Boy am I glad I did! This has a real shot as my favorite album of 2009, as it has quickly become my most listened to album at the moment. I liked it so much I bought their previous 2 albums, also. I wasn't thrilled with Nobody's Darlings (yet), but their last album, Rebels, Rogues and Sworn Brothers has a lot of the same appeal as the new one. If you can get used to the lead singer's rough voice, you are in a for a treat. The album has a Springsteen Born To Run feel to me...just listen to the first song, Smoke, to see what I mean (though on the clip below you don't get to hear the vocals). They have also added a horn section, which adds another dimension to their sound. I really dig how they have added the horns and piano, is a large reason I love the new album. Plus the lyrics are good too, as always. Below is an Amazon widget so you can sample the songs. Or you can head to lala.com and listen to the entire thing 1 time before making up your mind.

If you are reading this in a Reader, you will most likely have to stop by the site to listen to the clips.



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