We’ve made no secret of our Menomena love, but Friend And Foe is even better than we expected. The record’s got a perfect mix of experimental passages and hook-worth melodies, with the trio’s nasty instrumental arrangements and consistently explosive writing. Maybe you’ve heard some songs, maybe you’re waiting ’til you have the full record to give it a spin. And if the latter’s the case, this one’s for you; we’re psyched to give you your first legit listen of the album, streaming here. But don’t bother until you have at least fifteen minutes to set aside for an uninterrupted sitting with the its killer opening four tracks. It’ll make the cubicle feel a little less depressing today. Promise.
Friend And Foe is out 1/23/07 on Barsuk.
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this is some crazy innovative stuff. I can tell I am going to like it more after repeated listens. Thanks for posting it.
I know. I have been listening to the record NON STOP all day. a mazing. How good is Evil Bee??
I also did a post about them today. I wish they would tour with 31knots over here instead of the west coast.
Krist
http://www.thepunkguy.com
Thanks for making my Happy Same Year better.
I agree. I was listening to this over lunch today and those opening few tracks are just astounding.
wet and rusting may be the most beautiful song i’ve ever heard. holy shit.
If people here don’t have The Fun Blame Monster yet, get it.
I personally think it dominates this new Menomena, but both are exceptional.
It certainly does fucking rock. Love it.
“I am the Fun Blame Monster” is awesome, and the band is very underrated.
I saw them 2 years ago at the Mercury Lounge and they were amazing.
Jesus Christ, this is stunning. I wasn’t planning on hearing it all the way through, but I’ve got 3 songs left now and I don’t want it to end.
Zzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz.
^^^ damn, I wanted to start the blog-backlash!!!
I bet P4K gives it a 3.7
i’ve had the out-of-order whatever was on slsk version of this album for a little over a month now, and i fucking love it. can’t stop listening to it.
The Pelican kicked my ass.
Thanks stereogum
yessss. good call.
It’s a brilliant album that definitely rewards with repeated listens.
Menomena is goods gift to music. It is all good. IATFBM, the unreleased tracks you can find on thier web site, under an hour, Friend and Foe…I can’t get enough!
An East coast tour is a must!
umm….well i think u guys r sweet i love u all and I LOVE U BILLY THE MOST!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Yeah right on, Menomena is sublime
I am addicted to Menomena-I listen to Friend and Foe (espeicially) all the time…can’t get enough. So complex, diverse, crazy good music, great lyrics. Love the piano, bass and sax. Thank you Menomena-