Author Topic: Bent Knee (Read 7717 times)

Nick · « **Reply #35 on:** July 20, 2018, 10:47:33 AM »

Sorry, I meant are they all actively playing during all the music, or do some of them have passages where 1 or 2 people often aren't playing anything.

King Postwhore · « **Reply #36 on:** July 20, 2018, 11:39:14 AM »

Some Nick but not long passages. I'd say they are all playing.

Vince Welch plays synths but it's more sound design. Ambient background. it adds a mood to their songs.

rumborak · « **Reply #37 on:** July 20, 2018, 01:51:19 PM »

You know, that was really a thing that stood out for me yesterday, that they compose their music really well with a lot of instruments resting a lot of the time. It's been a criticism towards DT for a long time, and why I like FII so much, because a lot of good music is happening when a person isn't playing.

KevShmev · « **Reply #38 on:** July 20, 2018, 10:25:04 PM »

I guess I will have to check this band out before I see them in November.

What are some good songs to check out?

Ben_Jamin · « **Reply #39 on:** July 21, 2018, 01:12:52 AM »

Land animal
Leak water

twosuitsluke · « **Reply #40 on:** July 21, 2018, 03:39:11 AM »

I gave Land Animal quite a few listens last year but it does almost nothing for me. Shiny Eyed Babies on the other hand, that is an incredible album that I just adore. It's crazy how differently I feel about these two releases, like I can't even remember a thing about Land Animal. Maybe I should just revisit.

I also still haven't listened to Say So as it's not on Spotify, annoyingly.

I'm super jealous of this tour line up as those three bands on a bill together would be one hell of a night

Also going to leave this here, for those who haven't heard it:

Led Zeppelin - Since I've Been Loving You (cover)

rumborak · « **Reply #41 on:** July 21, 2018, 09:49:16 AM »

Quote from: Ben_Jamin on July 21, 2018, 01:12:52 AM

Land animal
Leak water

Very good suggestions, those are absolute standout tracks, especially Leak Water. They played it live and I was literally overwhelmed by how good it is.

King Postwhore · « **Reply #42 on:** July 21, 2018, 09:52:37 AM »

Quote from: rumborak on July 21, 2018, 09:49:16 AM

Quote from: Ben_Jamin on July 21, 2018, 01:12:52 AM
Land animal
Leak water

Very good suggestions, those are absolute standout tracks, especially Leak Water. They played it live and I was literally overwhelmed by how good it is.

That's what got my attention. I was lucky to get Say So a week before it's release at Rosfest when we saw them.

SoundscapeMN · « **Reply #43 on:** July 21, 2018, 02:06:58 PM »

I love their last 2 albums, but am starting to feel Shiny Eyed Babies is their best record. The string arrangements are more lush.

In fairness, I maybe listened to their S/T debut album twice, so I'm unsure how that one ranks, but many don't consider it as good as their others.

rumborak · « **Reply #44 on:** July 22, 2018, 06:53:07 PM »

Bummer they didn't play Skin live. That song is pure brilliance.

Also, Sunshine. I mean, wtf, Sunshine.

gmillerdrake · « **Reply #45 on:** July 24, 2018, 12:53:22 PM »

Trying like heck to 'like' this band. I've been listening a lot in my car when driving. I'm just not 'feeling' it. The music is nice but I think it's her voice/vocals that is turning me off to it. I've had stretches where I could handle what I was hearing but for the most part it's been me 'making' myself listen to them rather than 'wanting' to.

King Postwhore · « **Reply #46 on:** July 24, 2018, 01:05:44 PM »

Quote from: gmillerdrake on July 24, 2018, 12:53:22 PM

Trying like heck to 'like' this band. I've been listening a lot in my car when driving. I'm just not 'feeling' it. The music is nice but I think it's her voice/vocals that is turning me off to it. I've had stretches where I could handle what I was hearing but for the most part it's been me 'making' myself listen to them rather than 'wanting' to.

Her voice is soooooooo different that i could see this with many fans. I wonder if you'll change your view after you see them live.

gmillerdrake · « **Reply #47 on:** July 24, 2018, 02:55:10 PM »

Quote from: kingshmegland on July 24, 2018, 01:05:44 PM

Quote from: gmillerdrake on July 24, 2018, 12:53:22 PM
Trying like heck to 'like' this band. I've been listening a lot in my car when driving. I'm just not 'feeling' it. The music is nice but I think it's her voice/vocals that is turning me off to it. I've had stretches where I could handle what I was hearing but for the most part it's been me 'making' myself listen to them rather than 'wanting' to.

Her voice is soooooooo different that i could see this with many fans. I wonder if you'll change your view after you see them live.

It's possible. I don't 'hate' the band or the sound.....it's just not connecting with me right now. I could see if she has a good stage presence and the band feels tight live coming around. It's just right now is a chore to try and listen to the music to become familiar with it. I typically don't try this hard to like a band.

Crow · « **Reply #48 on:** July 24, 2018, 03:44:13 PM »

my bent knee experience is Shiny Eyed Babies is fantastic, Say So is garbage, Land Animal is boring

Never got the last one but I very much regret getting Say So

rumborak · « **Reply #49 on:** July 26, 2018, 03:04:41 PM »

I definitely agree with Shiny Eyed Babies being the best, but Land Animal has Terror Bird, Holy Ghost, Land Animal and Belly Side Up. That is far from a boring album.

SoundscapeMN · « **Reply #50 on:** November 25, 2018, 07:42:39 AM »

bump.

https://www.instagram.com/p/BqljHC_ghpx/?utm_source=ig_twitter_share&igshid=1m0slt129hbqw

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bentkneemusicHi everyone, starting this off by letting you know that we're all safe. We hit a patch of ice on I-80 en route to Denver today. The car landed on its side, but we got out; no scratches, no bruises. We cannot make the Denver show tonight. We're currently working on figuring out how we can get back on the tour as soon and safely as we can. Our deepest apologies to those of you who we will miss. Pictured here are people from the two cars who saw us flip and helped us get out, kept us warm, and helped us get to the nearest town. We're so thankful for them.

Ben_Jamin · « **Reply #51 on:** November 25, 2018, 08:33:18 AM »

I saw Hakens post about it. Glad they're ok.

Also, this was the Haken show I was planning on attending. Kinda glad I didn't get to go as Bent Knee was one I wanted to see again.

Hope they can make the rest of the tour dates soon.

SoundscapeMN · « **Reply #52 on:** December 19, 2018, 10:49:40 AM »

@ Vinyl Collectors

Shiny Eyed Babies is coming!

https://twitter.com/bentkneemusic/status/1075409989576126465

SoundscapeMN · « **Reply #53 on:** February 11, 2019, 11:11:52 AM »

bump.

new official video for "Boxes"

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T3Zkqgw33vk

rumborak · « **Reply #54 on:** February 11, 2019, 12:40:49 PM »

They make awesome music videos, that's for sure. Really fits the mood of the song.

Ben_Jamin · « **Reply #55 on:** February 11, 2019, 03:57:55 PM »

Nice video. It really does fit the mood of the song.

SoundscapeMN · « **Reply #56 on:** May 27, 2019, 01:49:45 PM »

bump.

Courtney Swain just released a solo record "Between Blood and Ocean" on May 1st.

https://courtneyswain.bandcamp.com

SoundscapeMN · « **Reply #57 on:** June 07, 2019, 05:42:11 AM »

new Bent Knee tune "Catch Light"

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r_pZNNWBnmw

Ben_Jamin · « **Reply #58 on:** June 07, 2019, 09:10:35 PM »

Need to hear it more, but I liked it.

King Postwhore · « **Reply #59 on:** June 08, 2019, 04:42:19 AM »

They played it when we saw them this past Wednesday.

ytserush · « **Reply #60 on:** June 09, 2019, 04:57:34 PM »

Quote from: kingshmegland on June 08, 2019, 04:42:19 AM

They played it when we saw them this past Wednesday.

They're on tour again? How do I keep missing these guys?

Maybe it's time to get on their email list.

Nick · « **Reply #61 on:** June 10, 2019, 10:08:52 AM »

Quote from: ytserush on June 09, 2019, 04:57:34 PM

Quote from: kingshmegland on June 08, 2019, 04:42:19 AM
They played it when we saw them this past Wednesday.

They're on tour again? How do I keep missing these guys? Maybe it's time to get on their email list.

To be fair this tour isn't coming anywhere near you.

Ben_Jamin · « **Reply #62 on:** June 10, 2019, 10:31:06 AM »

Quote from: Nick on June 10, 2019, 10:08:52 AM

Quote from: ytserush on June 09, 2019, 04:57:34 PM
Quote from: kingshmegland on June 08, 2019, 04:42:19 AM
They played it when we saw them this past Wednesday.

They're on tour again? How do I keep missing these guys? Maybe it's time to get on their email list.

To be fair this tour isn't coming anywhere near you.

I wish it was coming this way. Would love to see them again.

ytserush · « **Reply #63 on:** June 19, 2019, 04:58:22 PM »

Quote from: Nick on June 10, 2019, 10:08:52 AM

Quote from: ytserush on June 09, 2019, 04:57:34 PM
Quote from: kingshmegland on June 08, 2019, 04:42:19 AM
They played it when we saw them this past Wednesday.

They're on tour again? How do I keep missing these guys? Maybe it's time to get on their email list.

To be fair this tour isn't coming anywhere near you.

True, but I missed them the last three times they did.

If I were smart, I'd sign up for an email notification of something.

SoundscapeMN · « **Reply #64 on:** August 15, 2019, 11:44:29 PM »

bump.

You Know What They Mean, October 11th.

1 Lansing 1:22
2 Bone Rage 4:13
3 Give Us the Gold 3:51
4 Hold Me In 4:50
5 Egg Replacer 3:10
6 Cradle of Rocks 3:59
7 Lovell 1:26
8 Lovemenot 5:09
9 Bird Song 2:55
10 Catch Light 4:38
11 Garbage Shark 5:38
12 Golden Hour 5:50
13 It Happens 5:05

https://music.apple.com/au/album/you-know-what-they-mean/1475485888?fbclid=IwAR0mQWx3xxUmHa6lMuzhqEfeyO1gED9BmyDcU7NHwRZK58bL8t-_LFDi4f0

Sacul · « **Reply #65 on:** August 18, 2019, 01:22:43 PM »

New single, Hold Me In.
https://youtu.be/Q63OhjXmjw4

Kind of a new sound, this feels a lot fresher than their last two albums, with a slight vintage flavour. I'm excited

King Postwhore · « **Reply #66 on:** August 18, 2019, 01:33:31 PM »

Saw them play this live. Can't wait for the new album.

ariich · « **Reply #67 on:** August 18, 2019, 01:42:10 PM »

God I just love Courtney's voice.

Cool song.

SoundscapeMN · « **Reply #68 on:** September 04, 2019, 11:44:30 AM »

bump.

fall NA tour with Thank You Scientist and The Tea Club (Mpls 11/12!)

https://twitter.com/bentkneemusic/status/1169286757814276096

Sacul · « **Reply #69 on:** September 20, 2019, 08:24:55 AM »

New single, Bone Rage.
https://youtu.be/8W1KaM_C7uA

Surprisingly heavy in a very unexpected way, this sounds so weird and unique, I love it.

News: Track-by-track video for Untethered Angel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2Co1_h0GtAw

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