Day 139: Cheating the NASA Space Physical by Good Game // 6.5

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Image result for don't blow it good gameGENRE: math rock
I was feeling particularly picky today. I wanted math rock, but a specific sound and timbre from it. I didn't want anything too soft or busy. Oftentimes, the sheer display of technical skill overshadows and buries the harmonic quality. 

I eventually decided on this peculiar song. The title is odd, but that's besides the point because the lyrical content itself could apply to any mopey song about love. One thing that stands out is the sheer contrast between the busy math rock in the background behind the slower-paced vocal performances. The multitude of voices is an interesting element as well, but it doesn't seem like they are playing different characters. Overall, the song feels like it attacks too many things in the wrong direction. The composition just seems totally divided, but perhaps it fits better with the theme and the message they're trying to get across. 

Rating: 6.5/10


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