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So says "Shins"

E. A Solinas | MD USA | 04/19/2004

(3 out of 5 stars)

"The downbeat innocence of the Shins is what is most appealing about them, and that feeling pervades the single of "So Says I." Included is the title song, an alternate version of another Shins melody, and the unreleased-except-in-Japan "Mild Child."The title track is from the Shins' sophomore album "Chutes Too Narrow: a richly melodic rant ("In our darkest hours/we have all asked for some/angel to come/sprinkle his dust all around..."). Nice solid stuff, though hardly their best. "Mild Child" is a pretty, slow melody. And the alternate version of "Chutes"'s "Gone For Good" has a more countryish feel.The sweet, harmonious music of the Shins can mask anger, depression, or just plain weirdness. They're in pretty good form in "So Says I"; each song is pleasant but not outstanding, including the twangier "Gone" and swirling, slightly peculiar "Child." It's a more rock-based single, rather than the electro-indiepop sound the Shins are known for, and it's a fairly good departure. "So Says I" is a pleasant but unexciting diversion for the Shins fan. An interesting look at a few odds and bits from this talented indie band."

Keep it coming

E. A Solinas | 10/22/2003

(5 out of 5 stars)

"Bands grow on you, and that exactly what has happened wit the Shins. I 1st started listening to them when i heared one of there songs on the "Scrubs" Cd. They are now my favorite band. Chutes to narrow is a great cd, that has a little more of an electronic feel then Inverted World. It is possibly the best single i have ever had. I cant wait for the album."

If you are a true fan...

Alexander P. Coe | Rochester Hills, Michigan | 12/06/2006

(5 out of 5 stars)

"If you are a true fan, then this CD is worth the money just for the second track "Mild Child". Of course, if you live in Japan you probobly got this as a bonus release. If you are like myself, you like to collect the full recordings of an artist to fully understand their work; this single is no exception. The Shins have only two albums out at the time of writing, and the third is on its way so if you are antsy as well pick up this single and the few others floating around and love the anti-album tracks as an extension of their creative genius. Whew, just buy it!"