Calamateur - Autocity EP

Artist: Calamateur
Album: Autocity EP

2002

Rating: 4.0

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Review by Katie Evans Kelley PhD, NCACII

Autocity, the latest album by Calamateur, is a mesmerizing collection of songs that take listeners on a journey through the streets of a bustling metropolis. With its intricate melodies, haunting vocals, and thought-provoking lyrics, this album is a testament to the band's skill at creating music that is both emotionally resonant and intellectually stimulating.

From the opening notes of "The City's Lights," listeners are transported to a world of neon signs, crowded sidewalks, and endless possibilities. The album's title track, "Autocity," is a standout, with its driving beat and soaring chorus that captures the energy and excitement of urban life.

Throughout the album, Calamateur showcases their versatility, moving seamlessly from the dreamy electronica of "The Long Way Home" to the stripped-down acoustic balladry of "The Last Time." The band's ability to blend different genres and styles is a testament to their musical prowess and creativity.

One of the album's standout tracks is "The World Is Waiting," a haunting meditation on the passage of time and the inevitability of change. With its lush instrumentation and haunting vocals, this song is a powerful reminder of the fleeting nature of life and the importance of living in the moment.

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Tracks

Track	Duration	Preview
Driscoll	6:38
Bad Day	2:47
Farstar	7:01
Innes	5:24
Orion	08:06

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tim002
TIM002

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Timshel Records

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kuunnella verkossa
ascolta in linea
escuchar en línea
lytte på nettet
online anhören
lyssna på nätet
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ouvir online
online luisteren

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CDr
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EP
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5 × File
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Role	Company
Copyright (c)	Timshel Records
Recorded At	BadAss Studios

Notes

Hand-numbered outer envelope containing a foldover insert cut from a map, together with a 3" CDr. The CDr is wrapped in a band cut from a map and is inside a PVC wallet. The band around the disc makes the following suggestion:
'Please listen to these songs when you are alone and know you will not be disturbed'.
"Here's what I wrote about this EP on my blog, over 8 years after it was first released:
The Autocity EP was a collection of four long, and fairly disturbing, sonic soundscapes that dealt with the cheerful subject of car-crashes. Yes, it was only my second release but I was already making concept records!
In the months preceding the recording of these songs a close relative of mine had been involved in a car-crash, a young guy I’d known since early childhood had been killed in a motorcycle accident, and Channel 4 screened a 3-part documentary series about car-crashes (from which I stole much of the spoken word material you can hear on the EP) so I’m guessing all of these played a part in the songwriting process.
I remember one person who listened to the CD and said they felt nauseous by the end of it. Another gave the genius one-word summation – ‘Shite’.
Either way, it was never going to be a chart-topper
It was, however, played by John Peel again and was also played on Late Junction, Radio 3’s late night, laid back music programme. (note – if you want to get large royalty cheques for very little radio play, write really LONG songs) "
About Orion :
"This track was recorded at the same time as the rest of the Autocity EP but didn't make it onto the final tracklisting, the main reason being that I released the EP on mini-CDR which only has room for approximately 20 minutes of music.
The only place this song has appeared before was on a cover mounted CD that came with the Feb 2003 issue of the fab 'Is This Music?' magazine. "

About Calamateur

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Andrew Howie

calamateur.com

Summary by Katie Evans Kelley PhD, NCACII

Autocity is a triumph for Calamateur, showcasing their ability to create music that is both deeply personal and universally resonant. With its lush soundscapes, poignant lyrics, and unforgettable melodies, this album is sure to be a favorite among fans of indie rock and electronica alike.