This release should put The Dodos up there as one of our more preferred avian themed bands.
‘Fools’ is a fast paced acoustic work out. The pacey drum beat and heavy strumming of the San Francisco two piece results in an austere folk-rock fusion, unlike the nature of most rivalling releases. They have been known for quirky experimental work with methods like West African Ewe percussion, and the pivotal, effective role of the drummer in this song is a likely result.
As the call out of ‘Fo-oh-oh-ols!’, echoes through and the song narrates the demise of a father figure, it is trenchantly blatant that ‘The Dodos’ have aimed to recapture their live aura on the studio record. Its an innovative, matured effort for a band yet to make the trans-atlantic leap. ‘Fools’ release paired with their imminent European tour may spell success for the captivating duo.
