Review
Alright, let's chat about a real earworm of an album from That Handsome Devil, their 2011 concoction, "The Heart Goes to Heaven, The Head Goes to Hell." This record is a delightful dive into the band's distinctive style, serving up a restless, darkly playful expedition through the more... *unhinged* parts of the psyche. It's a genre-juggling act, merrily tossing alternative rock, experimental flavors, pop, and indie influences into a sonic blender, creating something wonderfully unruly and utterly their own. You'll find yourself wrestling with the complex emotional and psychological landscapes they explore, a veritable funhouse mirror reflecting our own internal squabbles. Every turn feels like a page torn from a graphic novel penned by a slightly mischievous genius.
Musically, this album is a rollercoaster of dynamic arrangements, swinging wildly from funky, horn-powered grooves that make you want to shimmy to haunting, atmospheric stretches that whisper secrets in your ear. The vocal delivery is a theatrical marvel, effortlessly morphing between spoken word, snappy, rap-like verses, and genuinely melodic singing, giving the whole affair a dramatic, cinematic sweep. Standout tunes like the energetic opener "Adapt" and the evocative "Becky's New Car" showcase their unpredictable charm, while "Karmakaze" and "Buyer's Remorse" serve up a hearty helping of dark humor alongside astute social observations. The production across all thirteen tracks keeps things both raw and impeccably polished, ensuring every diverse element shines without ever feeling too chaotic. - Dave
