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Dec 0811. Okkervil River – The Stand Ins
Another great record from Okkervil River. At first, I didn’t know why this album didn’t get more love, but I think I get it now–it’s pretty similar to The Stage Names. That’s definitely not a bad thing, but I guess that familiarity makes it harder to get excited. Either way, Will Shef’s mournful lyrics are balanced by an upbeat band that keeps people dancing instead of moping, and the band keeps going.