Of Montreal - Lousy With Sylvianbriar

Here is what I thought of Of Montreal's new album, “Lousy With Sylvianbriar.” Please keep in mind that all scores are out of a possible 10.

“Fugitive Air” - Charming. This is a charming song. Plus, any song that uses the word pigeons is OK by me. A bit long in the tooth, but overall a very charming track. Score: 6

“Obsidian Currents” - There is so much I like about this track. The delicate vocals, the low key vibe of the music, but the lyrics are pretty interesting – and I am a sucker for good lyrics. Score: 7

“Belle Glade Missionaries” - I dig the '60s vibe on this track, but that is about it. Scatter-shot and bloated, this track didn't really seem to go anywhere. Score: 3

“Sirens Of Your Toxic Spirit” - Honest and heartfelt this track cut through my (faux) tough exterior and got on the inside. Any song that can make this old hooker's heart feel anything is doing their job well. Score: 8

“Colossus” - Once again, this track doesn't really go anywhere or do anything for me. Filler. Score: 2

“Triumph of Disintegration” - You know a song is going to be good when the first lyric is “The last ten days have been a motherfucker.” That being said, I liked the ¼ and ¾ parts of this song. The other two parts can just go away. Score: 6

“Amphibian Days” - This song just floats down a lazy river of dreamy guitars and airy vocals. Very nice. Very soothing. Score: 7

“She Ain't Speaking Now” - Schizophrenic. This track is all over the place and just left me kind of cold. Meh. Score: 3

“Hegira Émigré ” - I can;t really put my finger on why I like this song, I just do. I like the jangly guitars, the rambling vocals – all of it. Score: 8

“Raindrop In My Skull” - This track thew me for a loop. I wasn't expecting such a fresh sounding introspective track but here it is. Rebecca Cash's vocals reeled me in and the hippy trippy melodies made me mellow out. Score: 7

“Imbecile Rages” - I got a Beatles' vibe from this track. While it really didn't go anywhere (again) it did engage me and make me want to listen. Score: 6

Average Track Score: 5.7 Despite not a single “hit” on this album I will use it for stress relief. Would I recommend it to buy? For Of Montreal fans and my hipster friends? YES. For the rest of the world? Doubtful.