Thrice

"Thrice will release The Alchemy Index: Volumes 1 and 2 via Vagrant Records on October 16th.

Taking an unsullied approach to the writing, recording and production of their upcoming release, the decision to find a new record label was evident and expected for Orange County’s critically lauded, Thrice. Assuming control of their creative direction, Thrice has parted ways with Island records after releasing 2003's The Artist and The Ambulance and 2005's Vheissu, and have signed with Vagrant Records, on which they will release the four-volume Alchemy Index.

The Alchemy Index: Vols. I & II - Fire & Water will be released on October 16th, 2007, with The Alchemy Index: Vols. III & IV - Earth & Air to be released in Spring of 2008. The specific details about this ambitious project will be revealed over the next few weeks.

Stretching their innovation even further Thrice’s, Dustin Kensrue, Teppei Teranishi, Riley Breckenridge & Ed Breckenridge, expressed their musical diversity resulting in their most stunning effort to date. The Alchemy Index is an uncompromising artistic collection that represents the band’s evolution and shatters conventional boundaries. This quartet prides themselves on continually pushing the envelope creating the dynamic sound they call their own. It is this equilibrium that helps the band develop such richly crafted tracks and in doing so, it raises the bar once again for all that follow.

Founded in 1996, Vagrant Records is headquartered in Los Angeles, California. For The Alchemy Index, Thrice joins a diverse roster featuring artists like The Eels, The Hold Steady, Dashboard Confessional and Paul Westerberg.

In support of the first installment of The Alchemy Index, Thrice will be headlining a 9 week – 42 date U.S. tour with Brand New."

Melanie McCathail a écrit:Ca y a pas de doute je pense qu'ils ont prévut de faire un truc énome là donc le packaging risque de ne pas être merdique

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Melanie McCathail a écrit:Ca y a pas de doute je pense qu'ils ont prévut de faire un truc énome là donc le packaging risque de ne pas être merdique

Je crois que c'est le meme gars qui s'occupe du packaging que sur le précédent, donc la classe

A French Inside a écrit:

Melanie McCathail a écrit:Ca y a pas de doute je pense qu'ils ont prévut de faire un truc énome là donc le packaging risque de ne pas être merdique

Je crois que c'est le meme gars qui s'occupe du packaging que sur le précédent, donc la classe

will a écrit:JE VEUX

Melanie McCathail a écrit:Mdr c'est impossible ils peuvent pas avoir fini d'enregistrer les deux premiers volumes et même s'ils avaient déjà fini je vois pas vraiment comment on pourrait choper l'album 3 mois avant sa sortie...enfin bref la nouvelle video est super on peu choper quelques passages par-ci par là ça fait vraiment plaisir ils vont nous balancer du bon, de plus sur youtube y a quelques morceaux live de air n fire le son est pourrit mais on peu déjà se faire une aperçut !

Melanie McCathail a écrit:Mdr c'est impossible ils peuvent pas avoir fini d'enregistrer les deux premiers volumes et même s'ils avaient déjà fini je vois pas vraiment comment on pourrait choper l'album 3 mois avant sa sortie...enfin bref la nouvelle video est super on peu choper quelques passages par-ci par là ça fait vraiment plaisir ils vont nous balancer du bon, de plus sur youtube y a quelques morceaux live de air n fire le son est pourrit mais on peu déjà se faire une aperçut !

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Blogging Through an Album: Thrice - The Alchemy Index I & II
08-21-07 at 02:46 AM by Jason Tate
My last "blogging through an album" post was a pretty big success. People seemed to enjoy it, I had fun doing it, and I figured I would try it out again on another release. At first I was going to do it for the new New Found Glory album (but then Joe mentioned wanting to review that) so I decided that the new Thrice disc was a good place to start. Again, this is not an official review - it's just my thoughts while listening to the album. I've given this disc 4 or 5 spins now and like last time I'll edit/update this post when new thoughts come to me.

I guess I jumped the gun today by posting the track listing and a picture of the promo-album cover. I honestly didn't mean to get anyone in trouble - so I hope no one at Vagrant or Covers Media is upset. I just get all excited about stuff like this ... and don't use my head. Anyway, a huge thank you to Nick, Dayna, and Sean --- everyone knows I have an unhealthy obsession with this band --- and I can't put into words how thankful I am for the opportunities presented to me. I don't plan to blow the load too early, we will undoubtedly be talking about this band a whole lot in the upcoming 8 weeks, I think this is the kind of music that really needs to be exposed and discussed on a website like ours. There are so many layers to dive into. So - in case it wasn't obvious - I'm just a tad bias. I love this band. They've helped shape how I look at the world, constantly challenge my perceptions of music and life, and put together some of my favorite songs that have helped me through some of the rougher parts of my life. It seems fitting as I sit on the edge of another dramatic shift in my life (both professionally and personally) that Thrice is there, almost as the personification of catalytic change.

Firebreather

They waste no time. Picking up in a stylistic manner where Vhessiu left off (i.e. similar sound). Everything hits - hard. Drums are huge. Guitars sound massive. Bass pounds. Very heavy. There's a scream that's held for what feels like forever. Blending between melodic vocals and a chanting "tell me, are you free" - the album kicks off in full force.

The Messenger

Holy shit. If I was more of a musician I could explain the sounds and arrangements put together here ... but I'm not - so I can't. I have no idea how they crafted the sound. Lyrics are fantastic. Guitars shred. Dustin's screaming. Very fast, very hard. Tiny pause ... the drum beat is fucking awesome. Maybe a little Botch influence here ... the sounds switch between channels ... sounds great through my headphones. Song ends a little early for my liking.

Backdraft

Drums start. Eerie. Creepy/distorted/layered vocals. Unlike anything Thrice has done before. Building ... "I will swing the door wide open" ... they have a way with crafting just giant sounding songs. There are a lot of layers going on here, a lot of sounds, I can't pull it all apart, but you can tell there's a bunch of stuff below the surface. The bridge gives me chills. I want to hear this with the lyrics laid out in front of me. The theme is very prevalent ... the music almost mimics the chaos in flame.

The Arsonist

Fans of songs like "Paper Tigers" and the like - this one's for you. Very heavy. "See this city burn." The cities just can't catch a break these days - someone's always setting them on fire. Guitar riffage ... variety of vocals mixing ... huge chorus. "I love this city, enough that I'll set it ablaze" ... building ... building ... climax ... my word.

Burn the Fleet

This album is going to be very polarizing. If people couldn't give Vhessiu the time it took to really let it grow - I dunno what they're going to do with this one. It's a little out there. It's not like other music being released. There are no "smash" singles - but it's undeniably a work of art. This track is a little slower ... more mid-tempo ... the fire theme continues. I envy Dustin's lyrical capabilities. I envy every member of this band. It's hard not to toss words like "epic" around ... lots of ambient noises.

The Flames Deluge

The "fire" sonnet if you will. Like a punch in the face. It's a good minute or so of giant arrangements over screams ... melts into a haunting chorus of female vocals over rhodes ... fades ...

Digital Sea

Unlike anything Thrice have ever done before. Drum loops (maybe?) or electronic programming (maybe?) - I'm unsure exactly how they made these sounds. Slow ... mellow ... brooding. A little like "Atlantic" in the mood - the lyrics are great. Strong driving beat, lots of echoes, very movie "soundtrack"-ish. Very cool. I dunno what people are going to say to this ... either love it or hate it. It's either brilliant or boring - depending on which side you want to stand on. I'm going with brilliant. I really hope people give this album a chance ... ignore the hype ... ignore me ... just listen and let it captivate you. A lot of time, energy, and thought as been put into this. It shows.

Open Water

Chillingly beautiful. This could be the band's opus. Gorgeous melody. Haunting. "The open water is my only fear, but I'll sail as long as I still have breath." A chorus of vocals provide a provocative background ... Dustin sounds really good. This may be one of the best songs the band has ever written - so very different than what they've ever done. "I'm starting to believe the ocean's much like you ..."

Lost Continent

This reminds me a tad of Sigur Ros. Enchanting. Sweeping. Production sounds really good. Sonically everything fits the album's theme - perfectly. Eclectic might be the right word.

Night Diving

Bass driven. Very chill. Jazzy. Instrumental. A guitar line comes crashing in ... acting almost as a the replacement vocal in itself. There's a feeling of sinking ... drifting ... being pulled in. EITS would be proud.

The Whaler

The harmonies here are beyond compare. Maybe a dark "Beach Boys" ... beautiful. Quick beat behind layered vocals. The end harmony is held ... sounds so sad ... the music holds ... the harmony continues ... absolutely breath taking. Wow.

Kings Upon the Main

Another sonnet - I would guess it's a bridge between Water and the next element. I love the lyrics. It fits well as the bookend ... it really just makes you want to hear what comes next. But it works to complete these two EPs in a full circle. This is the kind of song that people are going to not be expecting ... it's going to be polarizing. Love or hate. I only hope people love it so they can experience the same feeling I get while hearing the melody. If they don't, no big deal, I'm just lucky to have found something I enjoy this much. Everyone has "that" band ... I keep coming to the realization that Thrice is mine.

These four EPs, put together, are going to be something to marvel. I cannot wait for the next set - because I know I'll be playing these two constantly for the next few months. I am in no way let down. This is why they're one of my favorite bands. I hope people don't get sucked away by "the hype" - music shouldn't be seen that way. Experience and see the songs for what they are ... leave everything else behind. This is the sort of music that should surpass genres ... this is the kind of release that shows there are artists creating music beyond "hit singles." While there are times for "fun" music, and I love a good pop song as much as the next guy ... this is the kind of album that defines a career. I expect Air & Earth to be just as good ...
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