2008 Woodie Awards
Fundamentally Foo
By Tim Weilert
10/1/07 - Lifestyle
Echoes, Silence, Patience & Grace, the sixth album from the alternative rock group Foo Fighters, pays homage to the band's post-grunge sound which formed and influenced the modern rock scene. However, the disc is not simply another mindless mix of distorted guitars and throaty vocals. Dave Grohl experiments on several of the tracks, showcasing the range of his singing and songwriting ability.
Dynamics play a huge role in the flow of the album. The hit single "The Pretender" leads the album off to a slow, melodic start, yet becomes increasingly energetic. Several other tracks, such as "Let It Die," follow a similar format, drifting from subdued acoustic intros into powerful choruses. A style change occurs toward the end of the album as the instrumental "Ballad of the Beaconsfield Miners" leads into "Statues," a song which sounds similar to The Beatles during their later albums. "Home" ends the album on a soft note, joining simple piano chords with Grohl's distinct lyrics and voice.
Dave Grohl, in the years since Nirvana, has developed into one of the dominant musicians in the American music scene through solid lyrical and instrumental work. Echoes, Silence, Patience & Grace is a reminder of the Foo Fighters' achievements and past efforts. The album seeks to venture into new musical territory, a move which invites new listeners but still remains accessible to traditional Foo Fighters fans.
Dynamics play a huge role in the flow of the album. The hit single "The Pretender" leads the album off to a slow, melodic start, yet becomes increasingly energetic. Several other tracks, such as "Let It Die," follow a similar format, drifting from subdued acoustic intros into powerful choruses. A style change occurs toward the end of the album as the instrumental "Ballad of the Beaconsfield Miners" leads into "Statues," a song which sounds similar to The Beatles during their later albums. "Home" ends the album on a soft note, joining simple piano chords with Grohl's distinct lyrics and voice.
Dave Grohl, in the years since Nirvana, has developed into one of the dominant musicians in the American music scene through solid lyrical and instrumental work. Echoes, Silence, Patience & Grace is a reminder of the Foo Fighters' achievements and past efforts. The album seeks to venture into new musical territory, a move which invites new listeners but still remains accessible to traditional Foo Fighters fans.
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