The Injured Parties - what a great name for a band! And their debut album title pretty much says it all...these guys from the Windy City exude a fun and wacky attitude with their music and lyrics, but strive to make some meaning of it all along the way. We're dealing with energetic yet quirky pop here, with a good dose of rock added to the mix.
The songs are actually very good - well-written pop with more than your fair share of hooks and harmonies. But what kills it for me is the voice - sorry, but I find the vocal tone annoying. It is very They Might Be Giants, so if they don't rub you the wrong way, it is a safe bet that you will really enjoy The Injured Parties. If you are a fan of Shake Some Action or Hoodoo Gurus, I'd also suggest you check out The Injured Parties too.
Highlights for me included the rollicking "American Comfort" and "Zingerman's Deli", as well as the driving "What We Talk About When We Talk About Love". However, my favorite track is "If You're Gonna Break My Heart", which inches into Material Issue territory.
iPOD-worthy: 1, 3, 5, 6
Injured Parties on MySpace. Official site.
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