fidlar self titled album download FIDLAR Download (MP3) Fourteen slices of insanely catchy and aptly titled punk rock tunes. The debut album by FIDLAR, recorded and self-produced at the band’s home studio with mixing duties handled by Rob Schnapf (Elliot Smith, Beck, Guided By Voices) is fourteen slices of insanely catchy and aptly titled punk rock tunes. Track list: 1. Cheap Beer 2. Stoked And Broke 3. White On White 4. No Waves 5. Whore 6. Max Can't Surf 7. Black Out Stout 8. Wake Bake Skate 9. Gimme Something 10. 5 to 9 11, LDA 12. Paycheck 13. Wait For The Man 14. Cocaine 15. Awkward. * Praise for FIDLAR * "an electrifying, intensely fun album" 8/10 - NME. "With its Ramones-via-The Golden State garage punk, it's brilliantly noisy in all the best places ('White On White', 'Wait For The Man') and yet not afraid to tone down on occasion ('Gimme Something')." 9/10 - DIY. "The spirit of drunk adolescence, cramped kitchens and broken valuable endures on their frightfully fun debut." 4/5 - Q. Fidlar struggles to break free. “Almost Free” is the third studio album from Los Angeles punk band Fidlar; it released on Jan. 24. Band members Zac Carper, Elvis Kuehn, Max Kuehn and Brandon Schwartzel take some big risks to break free from their familiar punk identity. The band released its debut album in 2013, the self-titled “Fidlar.” It featured a raw, simplistic punk aesthetic inspired by bands like The Offspring, Black Lips and Dead Kennedys. Despite criticism that the record was lyrically and musically one dimensional, the band’s potential for writing a great punk song was clear, and people started to take notice. Fidlar followed up in 2015 with their sophomore album “Too.” The album retained key elements from their previous work, but you could see the band’s efforts to improve their songwriting and flesh out a more polished sound. Which leads us to “Almost Free.” As opposed to albums of the past, this record takes the more experimental road. Whether it’s integrating unexpected genres of music or using a wide variety of instrumentation, the band is more sonically diverse than ever. Fidlar’s songwriting has always brought out a raw and abrasive personality that suited the music well, but it’s been refreshing to see the musicians cover other subject matter besides the partying lifestyle they were used to writing about. A standout moment in the album is the song “Can’t You See.” Here the band brings the grittiness of its punk driven sound to a more nostalgic rock ‘n’ roll silhouette. The groove of the guitar riffs and the melody of the piano passages ooze the energy of a late ‘60s Rolling Stones song and sounds like it could’ve been straight off of “Beggars Banquet.” The second song, “By Myself,” uses a more upbeat reggae sound against darker lyrical subjects like a breakup and the frontman’s struggle to become sober. Guitarist Elvis Kuehn said in an interview with Consequence of Sound, “ I think we’ve always been into taking dark subject matter and making the music happy. I just always liked that sort of juxtaposition.” Other highlights from the album include song “Kick,” where Caprer reflects on his psychological problems and bad habits over a dreary and psychedelic guitar lurking in the background. Track 11, “Too Real,” is one of the band’s most noisy and chaotic songs reflecting the members’ feelings of frustration with the current state of the world. The final track on the album is “Good Times Are Over,” a song that takes the shape of a ‘90s alternative rock tune with the singer reflecting on his desire to get better and to overcome the demons that still plague him. This is by no means a perfect album. Sometimes, the band’s ambitious route falls short and creates barriers that prevent it from being a truly great album. For example, the lyrics can feel like the same old material being repackaged, especially when we hear the band still aware of their own faults but still continuing their self destructive behavior on the song “Alcohol” or “Kick.” While it’s a shame more they didn’t take more risks on the lyrics, the versatility in sound really manages to make up for it and keep you interested as a listener. With that being taken into consideration though, “Almost Free” is an exciting listen worth your time, regardless of whether you’re a new listener or a long time fan. While this album may have its faults, the risks Fidlar took definitely paid off and made for an album with one of the most exciting voices in today’s music landscape. Mom + Pop Launch Subscription Service With Sleigh Bells, Wavves, Neon Indian, Smith Westerns, FIDLAR. Mom + Pop Music is home to Sleigh Bells, Neon Indian, Wavves, Smith Westerns, Andrew Bird, Metric, FIDLAR, Poliça, and more. Today, they've launched Boombox, a monthly subscription service via Drip.fm, which will offer both digital downloads and 7" deliveries from the label. Subscribers will first receive Wavves' Afraid of Heights , FIDLAR's self-titled album, and the three-song Something Better EP from Beat Club, all available digitally immediately. The first 300 subscribers also get a tote bag and vinyl copies of Metric's Synthetica , Sleigh Bells' Reign of Terror , and a third randomly selected title. Ongoing subscribers will get digital copies of every release on Mom + Pop. Subscribers can also expect "a regular delivery" of 7" releases. They've confirmed releases from Smith Westerns, Poliça, Neon Indian, Beat Club, and Twin Peaks. Watch the music videos for Sleigh Bells' "End of the Line" and Wavves' "Afraid of Heights": Listen to FIDLAR Cover the Descendents. On January 1, Descendents frontman Milo Aukerman turns 50 years old. Filter magazine's current cover takes on the story of the cult Manhattan Beach punks, and in honor of that (and severable notable anniversaries for the publication) they've compiled Filter Presents: Songs of the Descendents , "an entire album of Descendents covers from some of our favorite bands today." Los Angeles skate punks FIDLAR have covered "Suburban Home", with a Spanish spoken-word intro from Anus Kings' Brian Rodriguez; listen and download above, and hold tight for contributions from the Babies, the Bronx, and YACHT among others. FIDLAR's self-titled debut album is due January 22, via Mom and Pop in the U.S., and Wichita in the U.K. Check out the video for FIDLAR's "Oh" below: Content. Get Hot Links. © 2021 Condé Nast. All rights reserved. Use of this site constitutes acceptance of our User Agreement and Privacy Policy and Cookie Statement and Your California Privacy Rights. Pitchfork may earn a portion of sales from products that are purchased through our site as part of our Affiliate Partnerships with retailers. The material on this site may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, cached or otherwise used, except with the prior written permission of Condé Nast. Ad Choices. Too Download (MP3) Produced by Jay Joyce, Too was recorded in Nashville over the span of just two weeks. The 12-song collection of pop-infused garage rock expands on the band's 2013 self-titled album that put them at the forefront of modern punk music. The new album showcases a band that continues to fine-tune its sonic approach while also highlighting a more introspective and revelatory approach to songwriting. It also marks the first time the band has worked with a producer. Track listing: 40oz. On Repeat Punks West Coast Why Generation Sober Leave Me Alone Drone Overdose Hey Johnny Stupid Decisions Bad Medicine Bad Habits. Praise for Too: "A classic of potentially generational impact." Q Magazine. “Thrashes with abandon and displays a remarkable leap in instrumental maturity.” SPIN. "The group keeps it's lo-fi, distortion-tinged California odes intact on Too, while aiming a little higher." Entertainment Weekly. "The new record doesn't scrimp when it comes to giant hooks or appropriately buzzed-out guitars, but it does add an extra layer to finesse to the band's reliably scrappy songs." Stereogum. "A sweet spot between hedonism and poignancy on a multi-layered second album." NME. "A more interesting band than 99% of their contemporaries." Consequence of Sound. "The band is humming at peak power on its wild new album, Too." LA Times "A more interesting band than 99% of their contemporaries." Consequence of Sound. "The band is humming at peak power on its wild new album, Too." LA Times..