Some Loud Thunder

Clap Your Hands Say Yeah's second album, Some Loud Thunder, is a cacophonous whirlwind of sound that will leave you questioning your very existence. From the moment you hit play, you're bombarded with a mishmash of discordant melodies and off-kilter rhythms that somehow manage to come together in a gloriously messy symphony. Lead singer Alec Ounsworth's vocals are the perfect mix of anguished and aloof, making you feel like you're listening to the ramblings of a madman who just so happens to have a killer sense of melody. The band's ability to seamlessly blend elements of indie rock, folk, and electronic music is truly remarkable, creating a sound that is at once familiar and completely original. Tracks like "Satan Said Dance" and "Underwater (You And Me)" showcase the band's knack for crafting catchy, bizarrely infectious tunes that will be stuck in your head for days. But it's the title track, "Some Loud Thunder", that truly steals the show, with its haunting vocals and off-kilter instrumentation taking you on a journey through the depths of your own mind. Overall, Clap Your Hands Say Yeah have created a masterpiece of experimental indie rock that defies categorisation. If you're looking for something a little bit different to sink your teeth into, Some Loud Thunder is the album for you. Just make sure to buckle up, because it's going to be a wild ride.