Peter Bjorn & John

VIMTV Episode #303: Peter Bjorn & John – Gimme Some

Jake: Recommended, 76/100

Tom: Recommended, 79/100

Overview: Peter Bjorn And John’s latest features a similar quality of catchy tunes as any of their previous work. Where Gimme Some differs is its more raw and straightforward presentation and its use of punk/post-punk guitars. This certainly isn’t their best work, but it stands as a worthy addition to a discography that has yet to disappoint.

Recommended Similar Artists: The New Pornographers, The Shins, Echo & The Bunnymen

Jake’s Track Picks:

1. Tomorrow Has To Wait
3. Second Chance
6. May Seem Macabre

Tom’s Track Picks:

3. Second Chance
6. May Seem Macabre
11. I Know You Don’t Love Me

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Second Chance

May Seem Macabre

Peter Bjorn And John Interview

VIMTV Episode #18: Peter Bjorn & John – Living Thing

Jake: Recommended, 80/100

Tom: Recommended, 86/100

Overview: After the hype that their previous album, “Writer’s Block,” received, this Swedish trio didn’t let the attention get to their heads. Instead of making “Writer’s Block Part 2,” they stripped down the indie guitar-bass-drum sound and went for a more rhythmic, sample based approach. With infectious beats and memorable vocal melodies, this album is fun, yet dark, and charming from front to back.

Recommended Similar Artists: Andrew Bird, Radiohead, The Shins

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