Author Topic: Leprous - v. The Longer the Pitfalls (Read 97712 times)

Crow · « **Reply #735 on:** October 29, 2019, 06:04:45 PM »

i always mentally pronounce "observe the train" the same is the chorus from illuminate so i'm just gonna pretend that's what the song actually sounds like from now on
illuminate is like a congregation b-side basically so it's a surprisingly alright malina cut. i'm going to pretend all of malina sounds that good

Buddyhunter1 · « **Reply #736 on:** October 29, 2019, 06:06:03 PM »

Meh. Bonneville and Stuck are the only songs from Malina I legitimately enjoy

Crow · « **Reply #737 on:** October 29, 2019, 07:01:46 PM »

the best malina song is about on par with the worst congregation song, tbh
i remember how so few malina songs go though

The Walrus · « **Reply #738 on:** October 30, 2019, 07:42:09 AM »

This album just gets better every day for me. There isn't a single track I dislike. The drumming and guitar work is mesmerizing, Einar's voice is awesome (and fits, unlike his spot in that new Voyager song), and the electronic flourishes keep bringing me back for more. It's that combination that makes Leprous sound Leprousy (badum tiss) to me. Honestly this could beat out Coal for my #1 at this rate but we'll see.

cramx3 · « **Reply #739 on:** October 30, 2019, 07:57:38 AM »

Quote from: Cyril on October 29, 2019, 07:01:46 PM

i remember how so few malina songs go though

how is that possible, they mostly all sound the same

Quote from: Buddyhunter1 on October 29, 2019, 06:06:03 PM

Meh. Bonneville and Stuck are the only songs from Malina I legitimately enjoy

I think Bonneville is my least favorite Malina song, and the new singles had just kind of reminded me of that vibe. I actually really like Einar's voice and style, just lost interest in their overall sound. I'm glad others are really enjoying it, and also, I do enjoy Einar in that new Voyager single.

Ben_Jamin · « **Reply #740 on:** October 30, 2019, 08:31:10 AM »

Quote from: Kattelox on October 30, 2019, 07:42:09 AM

This album just gets better every day for me. There isn't a single track I dislike. The drumming and guitar work is mesmerizing, Einar's voice is awesome (and fits, unlike his spot in that new Voyager song), and the electronic flourishes keep bringing me back for more. It's that combination that makes Leprous sound Leprousy (badum tiss) to me. Honestly this could beat out Coal for my #1 at this rate but we'll see.

They have this distinct groove in their music that makes their Leprous sound, including Einars vocals.

After first listen, Those grooves are amazing plus the build-ups. You can really feel that Massive Attack influence. It will definately get more plays from me.

FlyingBIZKIT · « **Reply #741 on:** October 31, 2019, 05:14:21 AM »

Quote from: Kattelox on October 30, 2019, 07:42:09 AM

This album just gets better every day for me. There isn't a single track I dislike. The drumming and guitar work is mesmerizing, Einar's voice is awesome (and fits, unlike his spot in that new Voyager song), and the electronic flourishes keep bringing me back for more. It's that combination that makes Leprous sound Leprousy (badum tiss) to me. Honestly this could beat out Coal for my #1 at this rate but we'll see.

Coal is also my favorite. Dunno where Pitfalls sits currently, but it’s growing. I fucking love Observe the Train. That chorus is beautiful. At the Bottom hasn’t clicked for me yet, but I imagine it will. And I absolutely love the first half of The Sky is Red.

Not a bad song on the album.

Evermind · « **Reply #742 on:** October 31, 2019, 07:16:14 AM »

Quote from: FlyingBIZKIT on October 31, 2019, 05:14:21 AM

Not a bad song on the album.

Except Observe the Train

Crow · « **Reply #743 on:** October 31, 2019, 09:06:01 AM »

that steven wilson mellotron solo is so good tho!

FlyingBIZKIT · « **Reply #744 on:** October 31, 2019, 01:56:05 PM »

Quote from: Evermind on October 31, 2019, 07:16:14 AM

Quote from: FlyingBIZKIT on October 31, 2019, 05:14:21 AM
Not a bad song on the album.

Except Observe the Train

Observe the Train is the best song of all time.

Ben_Jamin · « **Reply #745 on:** October 31, 2019, 01:59:36 PM »

Quote from: FlyingBIZKIT on October 31, 2019, 01:56:05 PM

Quote from: Evermind on October 31, 2019, 07:16:14 AM
Quote from: FlyingBIZKIT on October 31, 2019, 05:14:21 AM
Not a bad song on the album.

Except Observe the Train

Observe the Train is the best song of all time.

It's one of the better ones on the album.

The Walrus · « **Reply #746 on:** October 31, 2019, 02:01:47 PM »

Observe the Train is very good.

Nachtmerrie · « **Reply #747 on:** November 01, 2019, 01:47:41 PM »

The whole album is pretty damn good. Based on the direction I wasn't expecting it to be among my favorite albums of the year but it will be in my top 10 for sure.

It's different but still has typical Leprous sound and groove.
Seeing them live tomorrow and can't wait to hear the new songs live. Still hoping for some older material (Coal, Bilateral) as a bonus.

NoseofNicko · « **Reply #748 on:** November 03, 2019, 12:13:55 PM »

Ok I think Pitfalls could be my favorite Leprous album.

Elite · « **Reply #749 on:** November 04, 2019, 04:52:08 AM »

I saw them live yesterday and was blown away by how ridiculously good it was. The setlist was fantastic (no spoilers), but the performance was spot on as well. The most interaction with the audience I’ve ever seen them do. This was the 15th time I’ve seen Leprous live, but this was without a doubt the best one I’ve seen from them. The new songs worked very well in a live setting as well, especially when coupled with their older material. The encore in particular was spectacular.

I honestly never thought they would top the Barcelona performance, but I think might have done just that yesterday. Seriously considering travelling a lot to see a second date. I also bought a shirt. I rarely buy shirts at the live show. That’s how good it was. Wow.

Evermind · « **Reply #750 on:** November 04, 2019, 04:53:37 AM »

Quote from: Elite on November 04, 2019, 04:52:08 AM

I saw them live yesterday and was blown away by how ridiculously good it was. The setlist was fantastic (no spoilers), but the performance was spot on as well. The most interaction with the audience I’ve ever seen them do. This was the 15th time I’ve seen Leprous live, but this was without a doubt the best one I’ve seen from them. The new songs worked very well in a live setting as well, especially when coupled with their older material. The encore in particular was spectacular.

I honestly never thought they would top the Barcelona performance, but I think might have done just that yesterday. Seriously considering travelling a lot to see a second date. I also bought a shirt. I rarely buy shirts at the live show. That’s how good it was. Wow.

Hopefully they'll announce a date in Russia. Malina show was great but I thought it could use more interaction with the crowd. This sounds fantastic.

cramx3 · « **Reply #751 on:** November 04, 2019, 11:43:48 AM »

I'm not sure if they said a single word to the crowd at the NYC show last year. I thought they were a fantastic live band. I wouldn't rule out seeing them again if they toured the US. Actually would love to see them and Voyager do a coheadline tour. Maybe bring in Caligula's Horse as well.

Nachtmerrie · « **Reply #752 on:** November 04, 2019, 12:40:04 PM »

Quote from: Elite on November 04, 2019, 04:52:08 AM

I saw them live yesterday and was blown away by how ridiculously good it was. The setlist was fantastic (no spoilers), but the performance was spot on as well. The most interaction with the audience I’ve ever seen them do. This was the 15th time I’ve seen Leprous live, but this was without a doubt the best one I’ve seen from them. The new songs worked very well in a live setting as well, especially when coupled with their older material. The encore in particular was spectacular.

I honestly never thought they would top the Barcelona performance, but I think might have done just that yesterday. Seriously considering travelling a lot to see a second date. I also bought a shirt. I rarely buy shirts at the live show. That’s how good it was. Wow.

I saw them saturday in Nijmegen and completely agree with everything you're saying. The new songs worked fantastic and I was quite surprised how well they were received since the album has only been out for a week.
Most of the keyboards are handled by Simon, Robin and Tor (even the celloplayer was playing keys in some of the songs) so Einar is almost entirely focussing on the vocals.

I might go to the Antwerpen show this thursday to see them a second time this week.

Almost forget to mention the flawless performance by The Ocean which was worth the entrance fee on its own. 2 Pelagial songs and 3 songs of the last album. Fantastic band

Crow · « **Reply #753 on:** November 05, 2019, 10:35:26 PM »

leprous songs be like...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cxhk5Fi7G_s&t=21s

Train of Naught · « **Reply #754 on:** November 06, 2019, 01:21:57 AM »

Quote from: Nachtmerrie on November 04, 2019, 12:40:04 PM

Quote from: Elite on November 04, 2019, 04:52:08 AM
I saw them live yesterday and was blown away by how ridiculously good it was. The setlist was fantastic (no spoilers), but the performance was spot on as well. The most interaction with the audience I’ve ever seen them do. This was the 15th time I’ve seen Leprous live, but this was without a doubt the best one I’ve seen from them. The new songs worked very well in a live setting as well, especially when coupled with their older material. The encore in particular was spectacular.

I honestly never thought they would top the Barcelona performance, but I think might have done just that yesterday. Seriously considering travelling a lot to see a second date. I also bought a shirt. I rarely buy shirts at the live show. That’s how good it was. Wow.
I might go to the Antwerpen show this thursday to see them a second time this week.

Almost forget to mention the flawless performance by The Ocean which was worth the entrance fee on its own. 2 Pelagial songs and 3 songs of the last album. Fantastic band

They played 3 Pelagial songs!

but two of them were played right after one another so you don't notice it (Bathyalpelagic I and II)

Agree with all Elite said, the very last song (also will not be spoiling) was not even one of my personal favourites, but together with the visuals that was one of the most intense Leprous experiences I've had in I believe over 5 live shows now. They really are interacting more, moving past the Congregation cool-boys phase I guess. Einar even said something like "I will try talking in-between songs now"

I saw them saturday in Nijmegen and completely agree with everything you're saying. The new songs worked fantastic and I was quite surprised how well they were received since the album has only been out for a week.
Most of the keyboards are handled by Simon, Robin and Tor (even the celloplayer was playing keys in some of the songs) so Einar is almost entirely focussing on the vocals.

Elite · « **Reply #755 on:** November 06, 2019, 05:22:15 AM »

^ quotefailure

Train of Naught · « **Reply #756 on:** November 06, 2019, 05:53:32 AM »

jakepriest · « **Reply #757 on:** November 06, 2019, 02:51:35 PM »

Quote from: Train of Naught on November 06, 2019, 01:21:57 AM

Einar even said something like "I will try talking in-between songs now"

Can he not? That's always beyond cringey.

cramx3 · « **Reply #758 on:** November 06, 2019, 02:54:00 PM »

Quote from: jakepriest on November 06, 2019, 02:51:35 PM

Quote from: Train of Naught on November 06, 2019, 01:21:57 AM
Einar even said something like "I will try talking in-between songs now"

Can he not? That's always beyond cringey.

In general or specifically from Einar? Maybe if he does it more, he'll get better at it and it will be less cringy. I always find it's best for bands to engage with the audience even if only a little with the basic "hey (insert city)! We are (insert band name) and this is (insert song title)" just something to make it feel live.

Evermind · « **Reply #759 on:** November 06, 2019, 09:31:19 PM »

"Hello, we're filming this for a DVD so I will have to take this in English!" - Einar

Also Einar: says about two sentences on the whole DVD

Train of Naught · « **Reply #760 on:** November 07, 2019, 12:08:02 AM »

Most of what he says on that live album is “alRIIIIIIIIGHT” and “come OOOOOOON”

WELCOME IHSAAAAAAHN

Wait is that really the full sentence you typed? I always thought the first part of the sentence was Norwegian since I could never understand what he said there.. “*norwegian gibberish* so we have to take this!... in English”

Elite · « **Reply #761 on:** November 07, 2019, 12:25:00 AM »

Quote from: Train of Naught on November 07, 2019, 12:08:02 AM

Most of what he says on that live album is “alRIIIIIIIIGHT” and “come OOOOOOON”
WELCOME IHSAAAAAAHN

Wait is that really the full sentence you typed? I always thought the first part of the sentence was Norwegian since I could never understand what he said there.. “*norwegian gibberish* so we have to take this!... in English”

Yes, I always thought it was in Norwegian as well

Evermind · « **Reply #762 on:** November 07, 2019, 02:11:08 AM »

It probably is, I also only remember the word DVD and the last part.

MoraWintersoul · « **Reply #763 on:** November 07, 2019, 06:48:55 AM »

What song are we talking about?

Evermind · « **Reply #764 on:** November 07, 2019, 10:33:56 AM »

Foe on Live at Rockfeller Music Hall, the last ~20 seconds.

https://open.spotify.com/track/4X08HElQuQt1gag19SVECb

I just kinda thought his accent was terrible here so I'm hearing words "alRIIIIGHT", "catalogue", "filming DVD" and "so I'll have to take this in English, alright?"

Now that I've listened to it like 10 more times, I'm fairly sure the first part is Norwegian though yeah.

MoraWintersoul · « **Reply #765 on:** November 09, 2019, 04:35:47 PM »

He said "there are many people here tonight from abroad, and this is a DVD" in Norwegian, yes, just listened to it (three times hahaha).

Mebert78 · « **Reply #766 on:** November 15, 2019, 06:39:06 PM »

I'm just listening to Pitfalls for the first time tonight. I'm so in love with "At the Bottom" that I've been listening to it on repeat for the past hour. It's my new favorite Leprous song for sure. I'll save the final three songs tomorrow. \m/

Elite · « **Reply #767 on:** November 16, 2019, 03:12:41 AM »

At the Bottom is fantastic indeed!

Evermind · « **Reply #768 on:** November 16, 2019, 04:39:23 AM »

Honestly if it wasn't for Arch/Matheos, this would've been my album of the year. The more I spin it, the more I like it. I'm not sure if it's on the level of Bilateral or The Congregation, but it's definitely my third favourite album from them. I even began to like Observe the Train.

LordCost · « **Reply #769 on:** November 17, 2019, 11:26:59 AM »

I liked Observe The Train from first listen, the only songs that didn't convince me at first were By My Throne and Foreigner.
By My Throne is a song I love now, while Foreigner is still the weakest for me, but in the context of the album it is acceptable. Einar said in an interview that he needed a glue between Distant Bells and The Sky Is Red which are big emotional songs, something like that

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Author Topic: Leprous - v. The Longer the Pitfalls (Read 97712 times)