The Dear Hunter – Migrant
Reviewed by Haley Black
As 2013 progresses and we roll into each new month, more and more great music continues to be released. The Dear Hunter’s latest release Migrant is truly a work of art that can only be described as cunning and beautifully done.
The intro to the album, “Bring You Down” kicks off with an eerie violin that sounds like it was pulled straight from the score of a horror film, but the vibe quickly changes with the transition into a soft piano melody. Drums, guitars, and horns are gradually incorporated into the song, welling up into a full symphony of instruments, complete with Casey Crescenzo‘s elevated vocals.
A couple of weeks ago I heard this amazing song on the radio but had not the slightest clue what the name of it was. I was so excited when I discovered what it was called, and I have been obsessed with it ever since. “Whisper” is the second track on the album, and it has been my personal favorite since listening to the album in its entirety. It has a soaring chorus that will ring in your ears even after the track has ended.
Previously released tracks “Shame” and “Girl” both sound incredibly distinguished and intriguing. “Shame” presents violin, piano, and synth, that together create an eccentric harmony, while “Girl” incorporates erratic guitar riffs and solid drum beats.
Not a single track on the album sounds similar to another. There is a ton of variety, including fluid piano ballads, a wide range of vocal capacity, and an intricate attention to detail.
The Dear Hunter has a very unique style that is unlike anything I have ever heard. Genres of music can start sounding redundant and lack special qualities that make them stand out among other artists. This experimental indie-rock band clearly does not struggle with having to worry about how they will separate their music from their peers. I don’t think it is humanly possible for this band to compose anything short of pure brilliance.
Overall Rating: 5/5 Stars
Recommended Tracks: “Whisper” and “Shouting At The Rain”
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