I expect that most know of Phantom Planet and have heard their hit song "California" and perhaps "So I fall again". But fewer know of their selt-titled album of 2004 or that Jason Schwartzman was a former member. Putting all highschool associated thoughts aside, this album is a solid rock/pop experience. I am always amazed at how each song is catchy. Listeners might find similarities between the dense production and reverberating vocals of
Phantom Planet and the Stroke's
Is this It. Have the Strokes ever disappointed you with their sunny protocol? (If you answered yes to this question, don't read any further).
To break the comparison a bit, Phantom Planet's catchiness comes from a more rock infused sound that uses big rhythm breaks as chorus makers. Also Alex Greenwald, lead singer, sings brighter and with more variety than Julian Casablancas. Plus, Gang Vocals! Listening to this album will be good times for your vestigal 90's soul. Track 9: first 30 seconds thinking (am I listening to the Cure??). Thanks for reading, don't believe anything that I say,
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