Mykonos

Posted by: jamesfuge on 12 February 2009

I feel that some times a brilliant song, or band deserves a special mentioning every once in a while, and the Fleet Foxes certainly come under this category.
Well what a brilliant band! When i first heard 'Mykonos' i first thought what a great undiscovered gem from the late 70's era, but finding out that they are a new band, i only have respect for them creating such a lovely interesting (if somewhat old school) sound, disregarding current music trends.

Just my opinion of course, but i think that this band might have more to give than this already excellent album. (Single- Mykonos)

James

Posted on: 12 February 2009 by BigH47

Great song that.

Posted on: 12 February 2009 by King Size

I bought the album after hearing 'Mykonos' on an Uncut cover mount CD. Unfortunately it isn't on the album, only on the Sun Giant EP. Which is a pity as IMHO it outshines anything on the album itself

Posted on: 13 February 2009 by BigH47

quote:
Originally posted by King Size:
I bought the album after hearing 'Mykonos' on an Uncut cover mount CD. Unfortunately it isn't on the album, only on the Sun Giant EP. Which is a pity as IMHO it outshines anything on the album itself

Same here, it is on the extended (2CD)album I believe.

Posted on: 13 February 2009 by JWM

Sonically, the LP is streets above the CD. More open and natural-sounding.

My only quibble is that the handling machinery seems to leave some marks on the vinyl.

The Sun Giant EP is included with the album, CD or LP.

Posted on: 13 February 2009 by scottyhammer

I got the 2 disc album upon hearing Mykanos which is a stand out single thats for sure on the radio...BUT i have been less than impressed with the rest of the stuff on there.
would agree that its well produced though.
scotty.

Posted on: 13 February 2009 by JWM

quote:
Originally posted by scottyhammer:
BUT i have been less than impressed with the rest of the stuff on there.

But then you're more of a Floyd fan than me...

For me, Fleet Foxes and Elbow were the stand-out albums of 2008, and both of them are simply superb live.

Good wishes,
James

Posted on: 13 February 2009 by Mat Cork

All personal taste and all that...I don't really like Mykonos, but love the album (best new release I've heard in years).

I get very tired these days of 'bands that sound like bands' Killers etc - Fleet Foxes do seem to be on of the few that have their own flavour.

Posted on: 13 February 2009 by tonym

quote:
Originally posted by JWM:

For me, Fleet Foxes and Elbow were the stand-out albums of 2008, and both of them are simply superb live.

Good wishes,
James

I agree, terrific albums both. I bought the Fleet Foxes album before hearing Mykonos; heard the latter on Wednesday for the first time.

I've recommended the Fleet Foxes to quite a few folk, all of whom have been bowled over with them.

Posted on: 13 February 2009 by King Size

quote:
Originally posted by JWM:
The Sun Giant EP is included with the album, CD or LP.

Only with the Limited/Deluxe CD. There is a standard single disc version that does not include it.

Posted on: 13 February 2009 by ewemon

Loved the last 2 songs on the EP but just couldn't get into the album.