Album Review: Broken Social Scene’s Let’s Try The After VOL 1

Every time I hear Broken Social Scene, they really do make me feel like I am living in one; as if I am a “cool nerd” at a party that is unaware of how special I am while looking at people acting less than their own uniqueness. Yet, as lead singER Kevin Drew pointed out when discussing new EP, Let’s Try The After, Vol 1.,The point is to keep going.We have more to give.”

As artists and persons, Broken Social Scene use their newest EP to push that what you have to offer never ends. You can always grow artistically and spiritually, which is why tracks such as, “All I Want” and “Remember Me Young” tell listeners not to put a cap on where they are going in life and what they can give. Melodies warp, wave, and welt with beauty as BSS use instrumentals like steps to a ladder of self-recognition. For them, it is not about the praise you get from others, but the fulfillment of pride you can have from yourself. 

Vocally, Kevin Drew and Ariel Angle know how to harmonize optimism. Tracks like “1972” do have a shining groove, similar to the era, and make you dream of dancing amongst daffodils and hope. In a way, BSS’ record blossoms as a quick, burst of joy by being purposeful. For Broken Social Scene, it was just about giving the audience a few tracks, such as “Boyfriends,” to say that, “For all they accomplish apart, sticking together is still so much fun.” To Buy Broken Social Scene’s Let’s Try The After, Vol 1 Click Here To Buy.