MGMT

MGMT is a two piece electro band from Brooklyn. Its two members, Andrew Vanwyngarden and Ben Goldwasser, are exentric to say the least, wearing matching capes in their videos and their funky keyboard and synth lines make this album something different and exciting. They sound like teenagers experimenting with music and different styles, they treat this record as if its their shot at glory and, in their success, deliver a very impressive album.

Their debut album, 'Oracular Spectacular', was released on the 10th of March, 2008. "Time To Pretend" was their first single off the album, and was warmly welcomed througout the music community and was met with raving reviews. "This is our decision, to live fast and die young/ We've got the vision, now let's have some fun," sing the duo in incredibly beautiful, ghostlike harmony. The first four songs, (Time to Pretend, Weekend Wars, The Youth and Electric Feel) are ridden with deep synth lines, and catchy lyrics. However, the next six songs fade into a less 'funk inspired' sound and the listener is hit with a wave of surfy-sounding guitars and quivering vocals. This at times works to the band's advantage, but towards the end of the record, especially in the last two songs, create a forced sound. I think most people would interpret the interesting lyrics wrong as they are, in a way in each song, referring to someone who is going all out in life.

Tracklist

1. Time To Pretend
2. Weekend Wars
3. The Youth
4. Electric Feel 5. Kids
6. 4th Dimensional Transition
7. Pieces of What
8. Of Moons, Birds & Monsters
9. The Handshake
10. Future Reflections

One of the more obvious elements of 'Oracular Spectacular' is its idea based upon youth, both losing and finding it as an individual. Vanwyngarden and Goldwasser are at that age where innocence has just died yet they're looking forward to a vibrant future ahead. But regardless, it's still a extremely promising debut. These two young musicians really proved what interesting abilities they have and 'Oracular Spectacular' really delivered.