Grace Cathedral Park
In The Evening Of Regret

THE REVIEW

It can stay. I understand those who are tired of hearing about post-rock; however, I am also convinced that sometimes it is necessary to be able to take something as it is and evaluate it for itself, regardless of the context, comparisons, relationships, influences, impacts, etc. A lot has been said about bands like Mogwai, Giardini di Mirò, Explosions in the Sky, Labradford, and in my opinion, rightly so. I don't sing, I don't play any type of instrument, I don't travel the world to see a concert, and I don't have a musical culture like many here on Debaser (not to mention horrendous presumption and rudeness, just a joke... but...), I admit it calmly, but I really like these Grace Cathedral Park.

I recommend the album to all those who love the above-mentioned groups, not so much because they love such bands, but because these G.C.P. represent an interesting variant of everything that is post-rock. The album was released in 2004 by the record label La Verdad (never heard of), I wonder why I've only learned about it now. If we try a little, we could even venture a comparison with Red House Painters (it is not a coincidence that their name comes precisely from a song by Red House Painters), especially for the late-romantic atmosphere that hangs from the listening; and that's the point. There isn't that typical ascent-descent of Mogwai and, especially, Explosions in the Sky, but everything is calm, everything is pleasant and sweet.

Totally instrumental album, totally honest, and totally engaging. Very easy to listen to from the first attempt. Strings, drums, bass, guitars; an album of over 70 minutes spread over 6 tracks, which, although not very indicative, speaks volumes about the compositional ability of the Canadians (at least I think, let's say the "guys"...). Grace Cathedral Park undoubtedly represents a starting point, a mission: to prevent post-rock from going into decay or ruining itself with the risk of becoming prey to anyone (radio, television, silly magazines). With the album in question, "In The Evenings Of Regret", you won't actually discover anything new, it is the subtleties that count, the details, but if you want to stop and think and maybe get emotional, this gem might work. Now, maybe insult me, but first, get the album, okay?!