New Death Cab For Cutie: Plans
It leaked and I'm lovin' it®. Sorry folks, no MP3s from Stereogum. Not yet, at least. After visiting the Bait Shop I don't think Ben & Co. need us blogs to sing their praises. That said, I'm sure many of you already SLSKed it and I'm curious what the die-hards think. Also, I wrote up a semi-accurate guitar tab for "I Will Follow You Into The Dark" if anyone wants.
UPDATE: Fluxblog likes "Different Names" for its Phil Collins-ness.
Posted at 9:56 AM
Tab, plz? I love that track, too!
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i think "crooked teeth" is one of the best DCFC songs ever. "stable song" is pretty great too. i'm on the fence about the rest.
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i'm not liking this as much. there's no "tiny vessels" here for me (i.e. the one track on the record that really hits me). then again, i've been listening to latterman and the subways the past two weeks, so i'm not really in the death cab state of mind. in related news, i recommend both bands' latest efforts. they're amazing.
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Crooked Teeth does in fact kickass
hope a good rip of the new record surfaces soon. not nearly as good as the last 2, but i still like it a lot.
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I think my friend Dan said it best when he noted [http://www.livejournal.com/users/dayan/334837.html], among other things, that "This record is going to soundtrack so many tentative deflowerings." I'm not convinced that's a good thing, but, then, nor is the record.
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booooorrrrrrrrrriiiiiiiinnnnnnnggggggggg...
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Matt: I'm not sure I agree with you and Dan on this one. But then again, I could just like the record because I'm going through a breakup right now.
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this record made me cry. not because it was sad, but becasue i thought it was terrible. what happened to death cab and why do we need transatalantcism 2? they have been losing it each record and this one cements it. when this whole indie-explosion ends expect dcfc to get dropped off their major and in 10 years this record will be opp and on e-bay for lots. the album is pretty boring compared to their other work, and i am not a hater i own their entire discography. it just seems to go nowhere. "crooked teeth" and "i will follow you into the dark" are the only semi-highlights but the U2 guitars on "your heart is an empty room" really fuck everything up. I wish Atlantic would Fiona Apple this and force them to make a better record. they could do so much more, or could they?
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Johnny had it spot on. What a boring, boring, boring record. How is this the same band that made "Something About Airplanes?" They should of just signed with Vagrant and hit the emo Warped Tour. Disgusting.
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it's not bad, it just sounds like everything else they've put out other than their first record, which is still their best probably. that said, i'm sure they'll make some loot off of this, and better them then the killers or the bravery or creed or whatever.
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I never really cared much about Death Cab, but it seems to me that each record they do is better than the last. This record will do well - they have a good first single, and "Crooked Teeth" is definitely going to be a big hit on rock radio and has strong potential for general crossover. "Different Names For The Same Thing" is one good soundtrack placement away from ubiquity too. This is definitely going to be their real hit record, the one where people know the songs rather than just identify the band with Seth Cohen.
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"crooked teeth" is good, indeed, but ben seriously raided the mann/penn marital vault. that up-and-down progession in the chorus? the background singers on the last refrain? it's straight off "bachelor no. 2". and "stable song" is a reworked "stability", which is kind of alarming if nothing else...basically it sounds like a ben gibbard solo album -- and probably he knows it too. "you may tire of me/our december sun is setting/'cause i'm not who i used to be"....
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I heard Soul Meets Body on XM the other day. I liked it dangit!
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Ah thank you Mender - I was trying to figure out what "Crooked Teeth" was reminding me of on the verses, and you're exactly right.
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not gonna lie, this record was one of my biggest disappointments of last week.
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as someone who has followed them somewhat since '97, i gotta say they've only gotten better imo. while this album isn't as good as the last 2, it's still a really good record.
personally i didn't think they'd made an all around great record until they released the Photo Album.
and Matt, i thought the same thing about Different Names, totally Phil Collins :)
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I've always considered myself to be a huge Death Cab fan, and I'm still indifferent about Plans. It seems a little hit or miss after the first couple listens. It almost goes good song, not so good song.
I don't know. I'm still trying to figure out what the best recent leak is: this, Danger Doom, or the new Sigur Ros.
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I'll bet good money that Crooked Teeth does not in fact impact rock radio (you know because they are all over "Soul Meets Body" right now- ahem). Flux has been pretty good about not predicting hits- Holy Fire anyone?
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i listened to the whole album once and wasn't blown away. maybe it'll take a couple more listens to appreciate?
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For those of us who don't use Soulseek, is there a yousendit or other link?
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Mandy--I;ve been listening to Soul Meets Body, and I love it. Great hook.
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" Flux has been pretty good about not predicting hits- Holy Fire anyone?"
That wasn't me, that was a Whatevs guest post. It's very unlikely that I would have ever selected that track.
But no, "Crooked Teeth" will be the second single, and that will be a reasonable hit, if not a very big one. It's really their only shot at a big hit on the record, and likely, their career.
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Not a bad album, just lacking a little oomph. In constrast, the recently leaked Sigur Rós' album Takk has lots of oomph. This one is a proud follow-up to Ágætis Byrjun (not counting( )). I am in awe!!
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can someone tell me their soulseek name ? mine is : anewlamp
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Hmm, jury's still out here. It's not horrific, it's not stunning, but I'd still put it at above average. It's definitely a continuation of the Transatlanticism sound, but I happen to like that sound (while even simultaneously like their old sound! It's possible, kids!) so I'm not slitting my wrists over this one. I like "Summer Skin" if only because it reminds me of "We Looked Like Giants" but "Marching Bands of Manhattan" is freaking awesome. In conclusion, all I can say is that it could have been much worse than it is.
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Death Cab's been getting progressively less interersting and "worse" with every release since "we have the facts & we're voting yes," (tho "the forbidden love e.p." was solid, if only because it used "we have the facts'" vibe as its springboard. in any case, i'm sure in their heart of hearts the non-Gibbard members of the band sit around and get nostalgic about when they were in a "rock" band.
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I was disappointed after 1 listen, Relieved after about 4. Plans reveals more upon each listen. Brothers on a Hotel Bed is a sleeper
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I'm diggin it so far. But I also enjoy their whole catalog, which I guess might also be a rare thing (judging by comments above).
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I'm digging it thus far. Does everyone else have a really low quality leak? The one I nabbed off bittorrent is 256kbps, but it sounds like a recording of a recording or like I'm listening to it thru shitty headphones.
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"Different Names..." sounds too much like "PASSENGER SEAT" at first listen, especially the piano chords, then DCFC in their true brilliance, spices it up to avoid any confusion between the two; still don't get the PHIL COLLINS comparison...wateva.
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See, this is just what I love about indie kids. They will sell what's left of their souls for a shitty basement recording of a band's first EP, but god forbid they should enjoy the same band's expertly mixed and produced major-label studio album. Because clearly, major label = bad and increasing popularity = worse. Never mind that DCFC has always been a pop band, even before they were popular, and that they have not changed their attitude or approach to music since they started - the only thing they've ever cared about is making the best songs possible. Ignore the odds of a group like this getting "less interesting" as they mature and develop their sound. Completely dismiss the fact that if some "buzzworthy" new Pitchfork darling of a band came out with THIS EXACT RECORD you would be all over it like Keven Federline on a bag of Cheetos. No, you just keep spouting your ignorant, indie-snobby opinions about how the quality of a band's output is inversely proportional to the number of other people who listen to that band. Then go listen to your secret copy of "Futures" (ironically, of course).
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Oh, Sarah, I know you've got it bad for Mr. Gibbard and all, but it doesn't make the music any better. Have you heard anything from Death Cab's rock & roll era? Were you listening to them then? Perhaps you came late to them thanks to an appearance on the O.C. or maybe a shining recommend in "Allure." In any case, they were a great band once and you should really check out their early stuff so you have something next to which to compare the fluff they're making now. It's as if they've said, "We want to pinpoint and corner the 14-19 year-old female market, "and ran with it. This is maturation?
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I don't understand this recent surge of hipster retardation. If the music is good, it's good. Some of you are over analyzing this record. If it isn't like the album you adore, then go listen to that album and STFU. An artists dedication is to his art and act of expression not us, the never satisfied, whiney bitch fans. I'm currently digging "I Will Follow You Into The Dark", a lot...
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I've been listening to Death Cab since high school, and I probably have every song they've ever recorded. But, you know, don't let that stop you from making condescending assumptions about me.
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Garg, I think if you are a fan of a band, particularly for a long time, and they release something that disappoints you (and it's not just Death Cab, we can all look at Weezer too) you have every right to vent. Mediocrity shouldn't be accepted by fans just because! Yeah, i've liked Death Cab for a while, not that makes me cool or anything, but I am very disappointed in this album- it just isn't very good (extremely dull in my opinion) and I didn't like Transatlanticism either and this was all pre-OC explosion. Bottom line- I don't think fans of a band should take whatever they are given and accept it, part of being a fan is being passonite about the band and music and if they let you down then by gosh they need to hear about it.
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I just downloaded it. This shit sounds like elevator music.
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I let my mom listen to the record. My mom is 69 years old and is a big Phil Collins, Michael Bolton, and Supertramp fan. She told me, "This is my new favorite album." In a weird way, that made me happy -- to know that my mom actually took interest in something that I'm doing to the point she would listen to something I was asked to review.
That being said, I hate DCFC and I pray that this record tanks so I can laugh as they cry themselves into oblivion.
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right on, sarah! this wannabe hipster invasion is possibly the worst thing i've ever had to endure. all of a sudden it's "cool" to hate on popular music and be a faux pretentious asshole that doesn't even have the prerequisites to be one (i.e. actually knowing a lot about music or whatever type of art is the case). death cab has ALWAYS made good pop music in my opinion, no matter how lo- or hi-fi it has been. at the same time, i will say that in my opinion death cab have never been the type of band to give birth to different styles or genres of music. they your typical, good pop band and that's what they're good at. now that they have access to better studios, instuments, etc. they have sold out? give me an f'ing break. if you like the music, enjoy it and spread the word. if you want to hate on it without giving it a chance, do everyone a favor and shut your damn mouth... no one's gonna be impressed by your ability to hate on a good thing.
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I think the new Death Cab album is a perfect example of a talented artist (Ben) giving the public the album that he thinks they want him to make. He has basically stereotyped himself now as being the "sincere guy" who writes "sincere songs", thus putting a limit on the band's creativity. It's always disappointing when bands do that, and especially in this case because some of their earlier albums are so good, especially We Have the Facts.
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I'm with Lindsay on this one. I don't dislike this album, actually. I find it listenable. But it seems so...packaged. From a band whose whole career was built on their fierce independence and insistence on creative control of their music, it feels like they're tired of fighting the machine and gave in. I don't know, I'm so confused....how should I feel?
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I don't know EJ, why don't you let Pitchfork tell you how to feel? Christ.
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Wow, that's a great idea! Thank God I have Pitchfork to take away the need to think for myself.
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Top 5, actually, I would rank it #4. Since we're discussing all things OC, I wonder how seth cohen would look in lipstick?
1. we have the facts and we're voting yes
2. the photo album
3. something about airplanes
4. plans
5. forbidden love ep
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"all of a sudden it's "cool" to hate on popular music and be a faux pretentious asshole that doesn't even have the prerequisites to be one (i.e. actually knowing a lot about music or whatever type of art is the case). "
All of a sudden? That shit's been around forever.
By the way, your favoraite band sucks.
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Being pretentious, snobby, and irrational about music is every americans right. Say yes to America!
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i really don't give a shit if gibbard was trying to sell out, trying to sell records, or trying to send a subliminal backwards-masked orgasm to all the supposed lifelong fans. this album ain't as good as the last. period.
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Simon and Garfunkel sing America. I guess the only way to avoid this argument from existing is to take away bands' right to have a name. The government can mix all songs and bands into one big unnamed melting pot. Then there will be no way to differentiate one musician and song from another. The fact that if I were just to say "Arcade Fire", or "Sufjan Stevens", or "Death Cab for Cutie", or many other indie bands, people immediately get all sorts of raging thoughts about how over-hyped or pitchfork-friendly or how-close-to-spilling-into-mainstream these bands are without being able to just care what they think. It's okay to be snobby about a band you really like, but don't turn EVERYTHING into an argument right out of high fidelity.
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The whole album is pretty bland compared to the pre-Photo Album era. They don't really bring anything new to the table that they haven't already done. I remember back it the day when the lyrics were actually good.
Does anyone else think that "Soul Meets Body" sounds like a poor attempt to be Pinback?
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Can I get the guitar tab for "I will Follow You into
the Dark"? thanks
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I've got the entire Plans leaked. http://www.whatdaphuk.com for more info.
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i don't get this.. why is everyone singing the praises of 'crooked teeth' its probably the least listenable song on the album.. sounding like mainstream radio pop doesnt make it a good song.. i think this is a good album.. i dont think this is a outstanding album. ben gibbard has never been a musical genius.. and if i have to offer one big criticism its that his vocal can be painfully feeble at some points..but overall it adds to the undeniable cuteness.. which works well for death cab seeing as they have a new found place as oc/mtv background music. this album has just enough nostalgia to be enjoyable for everyone ages.. 17-24
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You ppl are fucking morons. Arcade Fire loving, couldn't tell good music if their life depended on it, pretty ricky hatin, dirty south frontin, idiots. You should ALL be ashamed, you Ashley Simpson wanna bes. Go see your Dukes, you damn horse lovin fools!!!
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i am from Colombia. i am death cab fan since 97 when i bought my first album y really liked. Now on plans, i liked because i love the sound of last cd. If you liked trans you will like plans, because is the same sound.
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I'm with EJ in every regard (except I actually like most of Ben's projects).
I'll say this without fear [of how badly Sarah or others might slander me?] because I'm a free thinking individual who loves music and even moreso loves to share an opinion whether people give a damn or not ...
There has been a definitive and seemingly drastic change in the past two albums with the projection being taken off the band and pushed on Ben, but Ben's just not with it lyrically or vocally. There's no marriage of instruments in the music that backs him up. He's the only one talking; the instruments don't do so in a manner that they may have in the past.
I could say a lot more, but I won't waste my time - just listen to the album before you preorder so you know what you're getting yourself into. I personally feel like this album is not a product of the band I once knew and loved, but it's definitely a logical "next step" in a progression from The Photo Album -> Transatlanticism -> Plans.
Regardless of how much I dislike the album after several listens, I went ahead and ordered tickets to see them again this year here in Atlanta. I hope they sound the same live this year as last several times I've seen them. The record company can't control what they play on stage, so it'll be interesting to see if they maintain that familiar edge or not. If not, I hope someone else enjoys their new sound as much as I relished in their old one (because I won't be listening).
I can't help but wonder about the validity of the first lines of Brothers in a Hotel room and whether this is Ben's cop-out WRT why the material from the past couple of years is so drastically different that what a lot of the old fan base identified with and loved so dearly.
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it might just be me, but does anybody else think the basslines on this album are awesome?
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I love DCFC they're great
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I've only heard two songs from the album, and they were good. Death Cab have been my favorite band for years like many of you. The day that I actually write a better song than Ben Gibbard can, then I might deserve the right to rip apart something he worked so hard on. I feel bad for the guy. He puts so much time into writing an album of songs he loves, and then high school kids who can't play guitar rip it apart. If you want to criticize Ben Gibbard's work, then maybe you should put some of your own music up on this site so the rest of us can hear what a real genious sounds like. My hypothesis is that it would be nothing compared to anything off of "plans."
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This record actually saddens me, not because it's bad, but because it's so unoffensive. It sounds like robots have taken over DCFC and tried their best to capture the soul, but being robots, failed pretty miserably. Every single one of these songs is devoid of any of the emotion or innovation that Death Cab used to possess.
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I won't lie, i like this album. and, yes, i have listened to some of their best old stuff, too, like "we have the facts" or "forbidden love EP".
i liked transatlanticism a lot, i think that's why i like "plans"...i won't stop listening to a band i enjoy just because it is said to be "sold-out", or "become mainstream", otherwise, i'd have to stop listening to lots and lots of bands...comparing is good, but i think i'm open to dcfc's new "phase", let's see what they will present us with next :)
ps: gibbard's voice is *damn* nice.
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uh-oh... somebody had to bring out the "keep your mouth shut unless you can do better" argument. well, this is pretty fucked-up logic. what, people have to be musicians to know good music when they hear it? don't think so. i'm not judging ben and the band on their technical expertise, or their work ethic. i don't doubt that the record took a lot of effort. but we're all consumers. we vote with our wallets and our blogs. that's the way it goes. people have a right to be disappointed if their favorite band's latest album isn't what they expected. to each his own. if the fans are really faithful, they'll go see a show anyway. sure, i bet it hurts to hear a few people come down on your pride-and-joy, but DCFC'll survive just fine despite a little criticism. i don't really feel "sorry" for the band, because if they're doing what they do for a living for you or for me, they need a head check anyway.
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Before everyone starts talking bad about this album, listen to it numerous times. While I feel that this may not be DCFC best effort, I feel that is solid and follows the progression that the band has been taking over the past few years. I feel that this is a transitional record and the next record will be the one to decide whether the band has lost its edge or is growing musically. I like this album, personally. If this is as bad as DCFC get (according to many critics), then they are a phenomenal band. How can anybody tell me that "I will follow you into the dark" is not one of the most beautiful and absolutely honest ballads that they have ever heard. How can you not say that Gibbard does not have edge anymore when he wrote a song about standing a girl up and saying that he did not regret it ("Someday you will be loved"). Don't hop off the bandwagon because now the small indie band that you loved has obtained a larger audience. The reason you all praised them in the first place was because you thought there music was great and original. So why should it not be heard by larger audiences. I agree this is not DCFC best effort, but few bands turn out there best effort on there 6th or 7th album. The best albums by bands are usually the 2nd to 4th. In addition, nothing is like the first couple of albums that made you love a band. There is a nostalgia effect that occurs. In closing, this is not there best effort, but I feel that the backlash has been more extreme b/c this is there first major label release.
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if i hear one more person talk about how boring the last 2 albums have been in comparison to "We have the Facts" and "Something about Airplanes", Im gonna puke. Whenever people make comments like that, I cant help but wonder if we're listening to the same albums.
Their last 2 albums are worlds better and much more interesting than anything theyve put out before (with the exception of some songs, to be fair). I know thats probabaly the least popular opinion of any Death cab fan and i dont care.
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I'm sorry, and please don't bithc at me, but I'm agreeing with /steve/ (whom posted before me). I think, in my point of view, Death Cab's last to records ('Transatlanticism' and 'The Photo Album') were quite more exciting then 'Something about Airplanes' and 'We have the Facts, and We're voting Yes'. But those seem like they would be more of the classics. Though it really depends on ones taste. So if you think thier new record, 'Plans' is a dissapointment, I'd have to agree. They have relased more exciting then this. But this is just one girl's point. Just putting in my view, thanks.
(Heh heh, have to add)
Fave song:
1> A Lack of Color =)
Have a nice day.
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It's hard to believe this came from the same person who wrote We Have the Facts and We're Voting Yes. However, the bassline on Summer Skin gives me goosebumps, Crooked Teeth sounded great when I saw them live, and Soul Meets Body is the best overall song on the album. Everything else is way below what's been done before.
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Uh. For those of you that are suprised that this is a sad album. What have you been listening to for the past 8 years?!This album is pretty subtle but thats who they are. They aren't supposed to make you guys dance they are suppose to make an album at the perfect time. Its just about fall listen to it when the weather is pretty cold and with someone who also likes deathcab. If put in the wrong setting the music is messed up. We don't kick deathcab jams with just any of our friends now. I pretty much came to terms that nothing touches Theres something about Airplanes and the Photo album. But lets take time to get to know plans. And if anyone is pissed about the exposure blame it on the directors that made the preview for the new season of laguna beach.
Deathcab is not boring. Lets not be harsh.
Love Marla.
Go out and Buy Stability A bjork cover and a 13 minute track that mostly sounds like your floating. You'll either hate it or love it.
And if you are commenting on this and you have only heard transatlanticism you need to stop.
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Uh. For those of you that are suprised that this is a sad album. What have you been listening to for the past 8 years?!This album is pretty subtle but thats who they are. They aren't supposed to make you guys dance they are suppose to make an album at the perfect time. Its just about fall listen to it when the weather is pretty cold and with someone who also likes deathcab. If put in the wrong setting the music is messed up. We don't kick deathcab jams with just any of our friends now. I pretty much came to terms that nothing touches Theres something about Airplanes and the Photo album. But lets take time to get to know plans. And if anyone is pissed about the exposure blame it on the directors that made the preview for the new season of laguna beach.
Deathcab is not boring. Lets not be harsh.
Love Marla.
Go out and Buy Stability A bjork cover and a 13 minute track that mostly sounds like your floating. You'll either hate it or love it.
And if you are commenting on this and you have only heard transatlanticism you need to stop.
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yes, it leaked, i got it. i love it.
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this cd is incredible. Set aside your expectations and poor comparisons. And why hasn't anyone mentioned your heart is an empty room. I don't understand what more you need from this band. It sounds like most were confused by earlier albums as to who DCFC really is, or else just didn't give it a chance. whatever, at least I have some new material to enjoy.
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I think there's a bit too much acoustic guitar in this album; I've always been a fan of the layers of dissonant electric guitar they used in the past. And did anyone else feel like Ben Gibbard made extra effort to make every line rhyme? It kinda got on my nerves.
"Summer Skin" = crappy version of "Photobooth"
Decent album, but not fantastic.
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uh, maybe no one mentioned "your heart is an empty room" because compared to their better songs, it's a fucking U2 arena-rock ripoff. i mean, i like having new material, too - but if they didn't "find themselves" until plans, i liked 'em better when they were lost.
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I hope anyone who reads this makes their own opinions on the album before letting any of this get to their heads. I got it, and I love it. It is so much like Transatlanticism, but that's what lots of people like; it's what I like too. Sure, I love the older albums, but the past few albums are more my kind of music. Okay, can anyone say they expected a different album than this, really? It's not like they were going to go back to the older albums' styles. This fits in the progression, like so many others have said. Okay, you don't like it. Good for you. If you like the older albums, that's great, but Death Cab isn't that anymore. I'm loving the album more and more as I listen.
And I don't know who said something about Ben Gibbard's lack of vocal talent, but to me, his voice is great. I love hearing it, and that's the important part, that it sounds good, right?
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Where are you all getting this album? I've been searching for it for ages.
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It took me a while, but I've fallen for this album. After each play you get the true beauty of "What Sarah Said", "Brothers On A Hotel Bed", "I Will Follow You Into The Dark" instead of the obvious hits/singles "Soul Meets Body" or "Your Heart Is An Empty Room"
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hey people...death cab never lets down. Ive been listening to them since 98, and personally i appreciate what they're doing. In older albums like "you can play these songs with chords". The lyricism was impecable, but lacked direction. Each time a new album releases, their sound gets fuller. And don't get me wrong, i think it's retarted how people just start to like them because they heard the band referenced every three seconds on the O.C., but who the hell cares how many new people listen to them every year, that doesn't change the fact that they are a fuckin kickass band who has a deeper grasp on life then most 50 year olds do. No matter how popular they get, death cab is ALWAYS going to be death cab. Just listen to their music for god's sake....DOES ANYBODY HEAR IT? lol the way Gibbard writes shows that no ammount of publicity is going to change the sincerity of the band.
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Hey, I'm from Spin magazine, and I wanted to let you guys know that we have some great behind the scenes footage from Death Cab's Spin cover shoot on our website. It's definitely worth checking out:
http://www.spin.com/features/magazine/covers/2005/08/0509_deathcab_cover
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Hey so yeah I've listened to the new DCFC CD, "Plans" a few times. I know a lot don't think it's that good or living up to old DCFC, but damn boy what are u looking for. They're the same brilliant lyrics we would expect of Ben Gibbard, and you may think the music is bland, but it fits so perfectly each song and it's lyrics. It's just a little different direction, but I couldn't have asked for a much better CD. I agree with everyone on "Crooked Teeth" for sure, AMAZING SONG! But so are "Brothers On a Hotel Bed" and "I Will Follow You Into the Dark," hell they're all incredible songs!
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I'm with Sarah on this. Stop whining about your old favorite indie band succeeding and producing an accessible AND quality major label debut. Furthermore, the fact that Chris Walla is still producing them, even now that they're on that big bad major label, wouldn't seem to suggest they've sold their souls to the devil. I think their compositional skills have improved and Ben's lyrics have become more universal and less navel-gazing vocabulary exercises. This eclipses all but maybe Transatlanticism for songcraft. And that's what it's about, songs, not indie cred or "authenticity."
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gimme the i will follow you into the dark tab, if found an okay version on the net, but id like to see yours. cheers
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I'm also with Sarah, your all pussies
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What?!?! ;o Why are you giving this album bad reviews.. I just got it today, well because it's just been released today, and its an amazing album. Even though maybe, the older albums could be better, But Marching Bands Of Manhattan and Crooked Teeth are amazing songs, and DCFC are just an amazing 'different' band. With beautiful lyrics, as always. x
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