Styrofoam – A Thousand Words
Styrofoam is the work of Belgian man Arne Van Petegem. Arne has said of this release that the album will place more emphasis on his vocals more than previous releases. This is also the first Styrofoam record that was no self produced as WAX LTD is responsible for production duties. This is the first Styrofoam record I have heard so I can not gauge if the sound has changed much. “A Thousand Words” starts off with the beautiful track “After Sunset.” The easy comparisons can be made to The Postal Service and other indietronic bands out there. I just learned that phrase “indietronic.”
“No Happy Endings” is a duet with Erica Driscoll. The song starts off with this funky beat that progresses into something a little organic/acoustic sound. Then the next track “Microscope” features this singer Blake Hazard who will be someone to look out for later. Her voice fits in really complimentary with Styrofoam. “Other Side Of Town” has a lot of bright summer harmonies that are so warm and comforting.
“A Thousand Words” gives you a little surprise at every corner. The record is much more diverse and well crafted than one might imagine going in.
By John Siwicki
