Stars‘ fifth album, “The Five Ghosts,” released on June 21, 2010.
It’s interesting to hear about the evolution of the band’s sound and the themes explored in this particular album.
It’s the band’s first album not released on Arts & Crafts and that they’ve formed their label, Soft Revolution Records, suggests a shift in their approach.
It’s notable that despite being together since 2000, the band remains intact and even stronger with this album.
The album’s focus on themes of ghosts and a mix of emotions, from happiness to sadness and anger, adds depth to the musical experience. It’s clear that the album covers a range of emotions and experiences, from the loss of innocence in “Dead Hearts” to themes of relationship mending and death in other tracks.
The variety of tracks, from new wave pop to ballads, showcases the band’s versatility in exploring different musical styles.
The collaboration between Torq and Amy, singing together and telling a story to the audience, adds a personal and engaging element to the album.
It’s also interesting to note your comparison to the previous EP, “Sad Robots,” and how “The Five Ghosts” represents a step forward with a mix of moods and styles.
The missing epic track similar to the standout title track from the previous album highlights the unique qualities of each release, and it’s clear that you appreciate the epic and standout moments in their music.
Overall, it sounds like “The Five Ghosts” is a well-rounded album that captures a range of emotions and musical styles, contributing to the band’s continued success and evolution.
Its a mixed of Set Yourself On Fire and In Our Bedroom After the War.
Best tracks:
- Dead Hearts
- Wasted Daylight
- I Died So I Could Haunt You
- Fixed
- He Dreams He’s Awake (So reminds me of a Kate Bush song)
- The Passenger
- The Last Song Ever Written
- How Much More
- Winter Bones
- The Five Ghost (On the Senace EP)
Five Ghost gets: 📷📷📷📷📷📷📷📷📷📷/10.
