NEW RELEASE: Portugal. The Man: In the Mountain In the Cloud

This album is so well coordinated that every song seems unique in its own right, via lyrical subject matter or instrumental undertones and hooks, but also pairs extremely well with the next. Each track floats along and attaches itself to another with similar melodies and the crooning vocals of John Gourley. (Even the videos coincide with one general Alaskan Wilderness montage.) It's clear that Portugal. The Man is aiming for a more grandiose affect with this collection and their use of strings and effects accessorize the sound well. Did I mention these boys are North Westerners? (Another reason to love them... Originally from Alaska and formed in Portland, Oregon) Above is a combo vid for "Sleep Forever" and below is a brief cut from an interview with the band by the Oregonian discussing the making of the album. Always nice to get an unplugged look at the group and their insights on their work.