Sloan
“Unkind”I love the assertive sound of “Unkind” — it’s not angry or pushy, just very clear-headed and forthright. Patrick Pentland is dealing with some relationship anxiety and frustration in the lyrics, but even when he’s being mean and dismissive, he doesn’t come across like a jerk. The words do not suggest any kind of resolution, but the music sounds celebratory, like someone realizing that they have the freedom and agency to walk away from someone who is bringing them down. (Originally posted 3/23/2011)
If you haven’t fallen head over heels for Sloan yet, today’s a good day to start.
Ok… I think I can get behind this. Must investigate further.
EDIT: How lucky am I? I ask Archie if he has ever heard of Sloan/had any albums and his response was “Yeah I know them. I don’t have any albums, but Chad made me a mix.” Boom goes the dynamite.
