Modest Mouse "WE WERE DEAD BEFORE THE SHIP EVEN SANK" released Tuesday March 20th

Rolling Stone:

Wrapping a wordy, darkly whimsical title around a bunch of songs many will find catchy and none will find pretty, We Were Dead Before the Ship Even Sank takes after Modest Mouse's other four albums, even with guitarist Johnny Marr added to the equation. Like everything the band has released since signing with Epic in the teeth of a millennial panic, it's louder and somewhat less twisty than the group's indie output.

Luke Eshleman:

I have been very Patient with this albums release date, after months of twisted rumors Modest Mouse's eagerly fifth album has finally arrived!

First off, Johnny Marr (Smith's guitarist) on any album is worth it's price of admission, as well as his influence on tracks like "Florida". I have not listened to the complete album, but am well into it. Of course "Dashboard" (first single) which has been on airwaves for awhile, is such a true melodic mouse track. Also "missed the boat" which is a bit more relaxed but lyrically is simply sweet. Modest Mouse has the ingredients for greatness, and are well on their way. Along with their song construction, their CD sleeve construction is second to none-really great! So Pick it up, you will be struck by great indie sound...

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