THIN AIR

4,5 really; a majestic record, one of the best of PH in years (since Fireships, at least - was it '92? after many shaky and sub-par efforts. It is intense, creative, and I can sing some of the songs. The Mercy, Undone, The Top of the World Club are instant classics in PH disography. I hoep to see them played live. But it's the whole record that has this "special" feel, of something truly felt and accomplished. PH voice is powerful and tender; the arrangement are precious in their minimal character, and there's a great flanger guitar sound here and there, plus some intersting soundscapes. Well done PH, can't wait to hear the new VDGG