Mar 29 2009
Black Lips - 200 Million Thousand
This is the first album I’ve heard from Black Lips, but I’m a little behind the times because 200 Million Thousand is their fifth studio album. 
The first thing I noticed about this album is the intentional lo-fi recordings. The album sounds like it could’ve been recorded in the 70s, but it definitely adds a cool vibe to the music. I’d guess that these guys are heavily influenced by music from previous decades.
There are some great songs on this album, and the first single, Short Fuse, is one of them. It carries a strong “classic rock” feel, and reminds me of the Rolling Stones. The drums are simple yet driving, and the guitar line is fuzzy and memorable. This is a very up-beat song, and I would’ve picked it for single as well.
Starting Over is one song that stood out for me. It has a great chorus, and a vocal melody that is quite fun to listen to. Other than this and Short Fuse, none of the other songs grabbed my attention, but that doesn’t mean they’re not good. This is one album that I could appreciate musically, despite it not being my taste.
If you want to check out Black Lips go to myspace.com/theblacklips , and if you want to witness their zany stage antics, go see them live.
Sincerely,
BW.
