Penelope Misceo
Staff Writer
Vampire Weekend’s long-awaited album, “Father of the Bride” proves to be an astonishing comeback from the group, and it is certainly worth the wait.
“Father of the Bride” provides creative tracks, all with their own unique sound. The perfectly placed nuances and subtle sentiment impresses both fans of the band and first-time listeners. Each track is representative of the band as a whole and how band members experiment with new sounds. Vampire Weekend is able to hold the atmosphere of their older albums close to heart.
Formed in 2006, the members of Vampire Weekend met while they were attending college at Columbia University. The band consists of lead singer Ezra Koenig, bassist Chris Baio, drummer Chris Tomson, and up until recently, songwriter and multi instrumentalist, Rostam Batmanglij. While he is no longer apart of the band, he helped produce many of the songs featured on “Father of the Bride.” Their first self-titled album includes some of their most well-known songs, including “A-Punk” and “Oxford Comma,” and since then have released two other albums before their latest release, including “Conta” and “Modern Vampires of the City.”
“Father of the Bride” is the group’s fourth studio album and consists of 18 tracks. The album was released on May 3 by Columbia Records and was produced by Ariel Rechtshaid, Ezra Koenig, Dave Macklovitch and Rostam Batmanglij.
“Father of the Bride” skillfully represents how the band stays true to their alternative/indie sound while also creating something completely unique to them. Each track is stunningly articulated and not a single song lacks purpose. While each song has its own unequaled sound, the album as a whole feels cohesive.
The track “Hold You Now” is an exemplary start to the album, and its sentimental, soft tone sets the tone for rest of “Father of the Bride.” Ezra Koenig’s voice is so distinct and alluring, that it is unmatched. The track also features Danielle Haim, who adds graceful vocals.
The album’s overall sound is reminiscent of its older releases, making it a nostalgic experience for loyal fans of the group. Utilizing creative and emotional lyrics, the album makes the listener think, but also provides a soft and comforting atmosphere, mostly through the intricate and silky sound of the acoustic guitar.
Vampire Weekend’s latest release, “Father of the Bride,” is an unbeatable album, with incredibly unique tracks. Each song has its own special sound, yet they all connect to each other, creating a positive listening experience. After Vampire Weekend’s 6 year hiatus, it is clear that “Father of the Bride” was worth the wait.
Released on May 3, “Father of the Bride” is available for streaming on platforms such as Apple Music and Spotify.
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