Arcade Fire – Reflektor
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This week’s episode is all about Arcade Fire’s new album Reflektor! We’re joined by Hilary Johnston and surprise guest Daniel Vo-Ngoc to talk all about the new LP, how it compares to their discography, and comment on their label of being “the #1 rock band in the world”. Along the way, we also end up talking about where their songs have ended up in other media, reflect on what the whole album means, and offer up a few other music recommendations for you. Here comes the night time, so head on home and check out the episode!
Guests:
Hilary Johnston (@hilary_johnston)
Daniel Vo-Ngoc (@DoctorVog)
Supplementary notes:
Reflektor Hockey Night in Canada Opening
Yamantaka//Sonic Titan – Hoshi Neko
Gustav Mahler – Symphony No. 2
Audio notes: (56min. runtime)
01:40 – First experience with the band
08:25 – Concerts, more live sound, and album cohesion
16:30 – Licensing songs, and Hockey Night in Canada
20:00 – “The #1 rock band in the world” and marketing campaign
27:20 – Reflektor and favourite songs
30:35 – Album length and structure, and comparing to The Suburbs
36:30 – What’s next for Arcade Fire
40:20 – Greek mythology, Black Orpheus, mirror image, and the album’s message
48:45 – Albums that grow on you, and final opinions
52:05 – Hilary and Dan’s recommendations
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Wow these two guests hit the nail on the head for their interpratation of Arcade Fires darker album, a great exchange of ideas and discourse. I like the idea of hope even in a daker album.