“Merge Records” Archives

One does feel that this is the album the Clientele have been working towards throughout their entire career.

As evocative as The Clientele’s lyrics might be, much of their songs’ impact comes from the band’s incredible musicianship.

Though less bombastic and fiery than Funeral, Arcade Fire’s sophomore album is no less powerful.

The Clientele is one of those rare groups for whom depressing, melancholic expressions become something quite rapturous.

An album that, when all the stars of your life align, grabs you by the throat and shakes you until you’re wide awake.

Transfiguration of Vincent is easily one of this year’s top five or so releases.

The band has established themselves as one that can not only make you smile with lovely pop songs but can also move you with beautiful ones.

It is quite a little oddity but what a beautiful oddity it is.

The mix of bizarre sonics, lyrical freakshows, and normal songcraft definitely feed off each other.