Guster
Parachute

THE REVIEW

In 1995, this first delightful disc by Guster, a band from the American alternative scene formed roughly two decades ago and boasting six full-length albums, was released.
Despite being categorized under alternative sections, this "Parachutes" sounds more like a tribal folk-pop festival in a town square, where the undeniable protagonists are congas, acoustic guitars, and pseudo-pop harmonized vocals.
However, Guster themselves expressed negatively about the album, citing it as — if not a discard — one of their lesser efforts. A sort of fart.
Could it have been a provocative calling card? The passion for farts is now an appreciated and shared art even on social networks, who knows.
Meanwhile, I feel compelled to strongly recommend listening to what are likely the standout tracks of the album, starting with the crescendo of the final ballad that gives the album its title, "Parachute";  or the rhythmic "Scars & Stitches," which breaks the almost funky riff with a particularly bright and evocative chorus; but also the enjoyable "Mona Lisa," the second in the batch, yet the first to capture our attention.
An album that's not too demanding and has interesting aspects. Truly enjoyable, no doubt about it.