Into It. Over It. – Intersections
Review by Trevor Figge
Into It. Over It. has been typically grouped in with the Pop-Punk scene. Especially since the bands last release Proper, in which Evan Weiss took a more electric/Pop-Punk approach towards the album. Well… Intersections is no Proper part two. In fact, Weiss wrote every song on this album without a guitar pick in order to not fall into the same rut that so many great artists do now a days. Not to mention the drummer decided to take a very similar approach to his parts by removing certain cymbals from his set to force some ‘outside the box’ thinking. Both of these concepts are a welcome breath of fresh air to the standard Pop-Punk fan, which is exactly what Intersections offers; a calming stint of relief from the posi bands singing about friendship, anchors, and their beloved pizza.
Intersections starts with “New North-Side Air”, who’s clean melodic guitar tones and intricate drum parts draw the listener into his rugged, naturalistic style of pop-punk/indie. The album continues forward with fantastic acoustic songs like “A Curse Worth Believing”, “The Shaking Of Leaves”, “Your Antique Organ” and “No Amount Of Sound” which are all acoustic songs reminiscent of some of Weiss’s earlier releases (12 towns). Then there are songs like “Spatial Exploration”, “A Pair of Matching Taxi Rides”, and “Contractual Obligations”. Which offer the diversity that Into It. Over It. fans have become accustom to in the past; all the while providing numerous relatable lyrics for fans to tattoo upon desks, pages, and upon every/any object they can get their hands on.
As a whole, Intersections is the perfect blend of Pop-Punk with the stripped down acoustic approach of indie. Weiss’s heart felt lyrics, catchy hooks, and intriguing instrumental parts grab the listener’s attention, leaving him/her craving more. Now don’t get me wrong, Into It. Over It. (Even Weiss) has not forgotten about his electric guitar. On the contrary if anything he has mastered it, using guitar tones to match the mood of the song. He blends clean tones with, distorted tones in order to create the perfect guitar to compliment his vocal styling. Now if you’re not sold on Intersections yet, let me paint you a picture of this album. Imagine a bearded man, wearing a flannel shirt, and tight pants walking along your side telling you that all the stress you’ve been feeling is only temporary. As you stroll down a winding nature path, crisp fall leaves crunching underneath your feet. This is Fall, this is Intersections. An album for falling leaves, aimless drives with the windows down, and late night heart to hearts.
Overall Rating: 4/5
Recommended Tracks: “The Shaking Of Leaves”, “Upstate Blues”, and “Obsessive Compulsive Distract
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