So here I am, working at Thousand Pines for the entire summer. It’s wicked awesome. But I need a break every now and then. Saturday brought forth my opportunity to attend the MuteMath Listening Party in Los Angeles, where in the VIP Lounge of Club Nokia, one could sit and listen to the entire new MuteMath album “Armistice” which doesn’t drop until mid-August. Woo-bally-hoo. Or whatever.
Rob and Carlos at VIP access
MuteMath, if you don’t know, is one of the more unique modern rock bands of today, featuring one of the most energetic live shows you could possibly attend. I’m not sure, but I believe Alternative Press gave them the ranking of the #1 show to see before you die in one of their articles a few years ago. Ain’t it the truth. If you’re not sure, check out MuteMath’s live DVD, “Flesh and Bones: Electric Fun” for a good time.
Us with Greg, MuteMath's guitarist
I have no doubts that their new album “Armistice” will be well received by MuteMath’s current fans, as it features even more of what we’ve come to love from Paul, Roy, Greg, and Darren: high energy, electronic driven rock with soaring vocals and epic ambience. Listening to the CD, I thought “Great, more of the same” which is totally not a bad thing, having waited this long for new material, but halfway through, I really started being blown away by what I was hearing. A new vulnerability in the lyrics and melodies. The ability to pace a song, letting it groove smoothly through without rushing, a lack of fear to slow down and be melodic with the guitars and keys. Maturity. Without necessarily changing their sound, MuteMath has been able to provide an album that shows growth and experimentation. This was music that was more than just putting on in the background as you play videogames or drive fast; it was music you can put on, sit down, listen to, AND think about, letting your mind wrap around what you’re hearing, and processing it at your own pace. After talking with Greg, their guitarist, it felt like they had produced something they were proud of and totally stoked to show people, and play nonstop for the next few years on tour after tour. They’ll be in southern California this October, tickets are available now. GO see them before you die.
Kody, Carlos, and I in Club Nokia, listening to "Armistice"
