The Absolute Best Album in Years by ANY Band!!

Review Score: (10/10)
If you've never heard an album by Wilco, start now. They, along with Radiohead and Pearl Jam, have something in common you never see anymore: integrity. These bands have changed a lot in music, and have been solace to a lot of people. Wilco excels at that. No one is better at expressing emotions than Jeff Tweedy. Being both the main songwriter and singer, he has that knack for telling a good story and making you want to come back for more. Of the 2 Wilco releases so far, this is the better listen for people new to the band. It shows such diversement and uniqueness . The tracks go from straight out rock ("Monday", Outta Site (Outta Mind)"), to the more mellow and thoughful tracks ("Far, Far Away", Red-Eyed and Blue", "Sunken Treasure"). My personal favorite would have to be "Don't Forget the Flowers" off of Disc 1. Wilco always picks the right instrument to use, and they choose a slew of guitars and a banjo to keep this one going. It's not easy to liken Wilco's sound to anything else, but that's what makes them so great: they're unique. If you love catchy melodies, diversity, and from-the-heart songs, give these 2 discs a few spins. And then add yourself to the ever-growing list of Wilco fans.

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