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Interpol released their self-titled fourth studio album back in September. It didn’t receive nearly as much hype as the band’s first three albums and it’s singles didn’t get much radio play. Although “Interpol” seemed to be a bit neglected, this album could definitely be one that gets looked back at as a hidden gem in the vast discography of alternative rock.

For those of you who know Interpol, you know they’re a band that shouldn’t be taken lightly. They’ve been called the creators of a genre called “gloom rock”, and their fourth studio album, a concept record about the break up of a relationship, solidifies them even more as a gloom rock band.

Interpol frontman Paul Banks explained that the band’s fourth album was self-titled in order to convey a confident tone for the fourth album and that’s just what this album is, very confident. Music-wise, this album is by far Interpol’s most advanced with songs like “Try It On” and “All of the Ways” even sounding somewhat like orchestral scores from films.

With the exception of “Barricade“ and “Summer Well“, Interpol’s latest album doesn’t really have any feel good tracks you can dance to but it has something much more. This album is the equivalent to watching a very serious but very well-made film. It evokes strong emotion within the audience and the more you think about it, the more you like it.

With the departure of the Interpol’s bassist, Carlos Dengler, before the album was even released and the more recent departure of their new bassist Dave Pajo, it seems like there could be a bit of worry for this band’s future. However, as Interpol press forward album to album, regardless of radio play and hype, they still receive well-deserved recognition as they continue to sell out massive venues such as the Greek Theatre in Hollywood.

Simply put, there’s no other band in alternative rock like Interpol. They’ve evolved into one of the most technically sound bands around today and let’s hope they keep improving at this rate!

Interpol – Obstacle 1

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Interpol – Summer Well

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Interpol – Memory Serves

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THIS BONUS TRACK: A single off Interpol frontman Paul Banks’ solo album “Julian Plenti Is… Skyscraper“ which was released under his alter ego name “Julian Plenti” in 2009.

Julian Plenti – Games For Days

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