Wolf & Cub - Vessels
Review by William FitzGerald
Vessels, the fourth album by Australian band Wolf & Cub, is a sonic journey that takes listeners on a wild ride through a range of musical styles and moods. The album features a blend of psychedelic rock, electronica, and experimental sounds, all anchored by the band's signature rhythm section of bass and drums.
From the opening track, "Seven Sevens", with its driving beat and hypnotic guitar riffs, to the dreamy, atmospheric "Papercuts", Vessels showcases the band's versatility and willingness to take risks. The album's standout track, "Smile", is a catchy, upbeat anthem that features a soaring chorus and infectious groove.
Throughout the album, Wolf & Cub display a mastery of texture and tone, using layers of synths, guitars, and percussion to create a rich, immersive sound. The production is top-notch, with every instrument and voice given space to shine.
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Download
Filename: wolf-cub-vessels.rar- MP3 size: 60.8 mb
- FLAC size: 784.7 mb
Tracks
| Track | Duration | Preview |
|---|---|---|
| Vessels | 6:42 | |
| This Mess | 3:48 | |
| Conundrum | 5:1 | |
| The Death Rattle Shakes | 4:30 | |
| Chameleon And The Snakes* | 3:46 | |
| Vultures, Part 2, Section 2 | ||
| The Death Rattle Shakes* | 4:26 | |
| Vultures part 2, section 2 | 2:53 | |
| Seeds Of Doubt | 3:56 | |
| March of Clouds | 4:14 | |
| Kingdom | 7:26 | |
| Steal Their Gold | 4:26 | |
| Hammond | 3:55 | |
| Chameleon and the Snakes | 3:46 | |
| Seeds Of Doubts | 3:56 | |
| Rozalia Bizarre | 3:37 | |
| Vultures (Part 2) | 2:53 | |
| March Of Clouds | 4:15 | |
| Seeds of Doubt | 3:55 |
Video
Images
Catalog Numbers
- CAD 2716CD
- WPCB-10021
- DASH004CD
- EAD2716AUS
Labels
- 4AD
- 4AD, Beggars Japan
- Dot Dash
Listen online
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- écouter en ligne
- online anhören
- online luisteren
- kuunnella verkossa
- lyssna på nätet
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Formats
- CD
- Album
- Promo
- Digipak
Companies
| Role | Company |
|---|---|
| Phonographic Copyright (p) | 4AD |
| Copyright (c) | 4AD |
| Pressed By | Sonopress Arvato |
| Recorded At | Hillside Studio, Adelaide |
| Mixed At | Castle Of Doom Studios |
| Mastered At | Sterling Sound |
| Manufactured By | Warner Music Japan Inc. |
| Distributed By | Warner Music Japan Inc. |
| Licensed From | Dot Dash Recordings |
Credits
| Role | Credit |
|---|---|
| Artwork By | Andy Irwin |
| Bass | Thomas Mayhew |
| Drums | Adam Edwards, Joel Carey |
| Percussion | Adam Edwards, Joel Carey |
| Mastered By | Greg Calbi |
| Mixed By | Tony Doogan |
| Producer | Tony Doogan |
| Recorded By | Tony Doogan |
| Photography | Daniel Noone |
| Music By | Wolf & Cub |
| Vocals | Joel Byrne |
| Guitar | Joel Byrne |
| Keyboards | Joel Byrne |
| Lyrics By | Joel Byrne |
| Backing Vocals | Monica Queen (tracks: 5) |
| Handclaps | Luke (tracks: 2), Natasha (tracks: 2), Teagan (tracks: 2) |
| Art Direction | Andy Irwin |
| Photography By | Daniel Noone |
Notes
- Recorded @ Hillside Studio in Adelaide, South Australia at various stages between June 2005 and February 2006. Mixed at Castle Of Doom in Glasgow, Scotland during January and March 2006. Mastered at Sterling Sound New York.
- Japanese pressing with 2 extra tracks (12, 13) & Japanese lyric insert booklet.
- Promo issue includes extra promo text in English on the inner rim of the CD plus a numbered promo sticker on the back of the obi.
- Full album promo in standard jewel case with no cover artwork.
- Rear cover has release info (artist, title, catalogue number); release date (March 6, 2007); long band bio; full track listing; and 4AD/Beggars Group U.S.A. address.
- No song credits or durations provided.
- Track 3 misspelled as 'Rozalia Bizzare' - corrected for Tracklisting.
- Track 10 became 'Vultures (Part 2)' on actual release.
- For Promotional Use Only - Not For Sale.
Barcodes
- Barcode: 652637271621
- Mastering SID Code: IFPI LP 73
- Mould SID Code: IFPI 0775
- Matrix / Runout: 52103677/CAD2716CD 21
- Matrix / Runout (Logo): Sonopress arvato
- Label Code: LC 05807
- Barcode: 9332727003912
- Matrix / Runout: [Sonopress Arvato logo] 52103677/CAD2716CD 21
- Matrix / Runout: [Sonopress Arvato logo] + + G162801 CAD2716CD
- Mastering SID Code: IFPI L841
- Matrix / Runout: DASH004CD 02 VESSELS
- Mastering SID Code: IFPI L203
- Mould SID Code: TECHNICOLOR
About Wolf & Cub
Real Name
- Joel Byrne
- Adam Edwards
- Thomas Mayhew
Name Vars
- Wolf And Cub
Members
- Joel Byrne
- Joel Carey
- Adam Edwards
- Thomas Mayhew