Furniture’s Twilight Chases The Sun
January 27th, 2006. Filed under: ArticlesI know this review is nowhere near timely, but I shall write it to support to local music scene.
The packaging of the album already gave the first and true impression of its contents: different. Its title that doubles as the name of the one-minute introductory track says nothing but ‘get ready to be enchanted’ (not literally said).
Their style of music is unlike anything one would hear in mainstream radio, employing eyebrow-raising sound effects that plunges the listener into a whole new dimension. Despite its experimental regard due to its unconventional methods, this album is not without some noticable elements of soft/pop rock. However, about half the album playtime is instrumental, which indicates the abundant use of delectable sounds. The ambience generated is nothing less than capturing, hence deserving more than just being background music.
The only drawback that I could find is the tendency of repetition and stretching of tracks. Though I admit that its length is crucial to achieve the full effect, the simpletons of the music industry probably would not appreciate its magnificence as much. Nevertheless, one cannot deny the tremendous effort put into this truly beautiful work of art. Every track complements each other; you either want all if it or none.
To taste musical talent that no other Malaysian has yet to display in such inspiritional heights, buy this album. When you do, brace yourself.








