Description
Even The Odd – Even The Odd – Vinyl Record
Even the Odd is the self-titled album by the indie rock band Even the Odd. Released in 1989, this album marks the band’s exploration of alternative rock with a distinctive blend of melodic hooks and introspective lyrics. Known for their eclectic sound and emotional depth, Even the Odd created an album that resonates with fans of the early ’90s indie scene.
The album received positive reviews from critics who praised its melodic composition and introspective lyrics. It is often highlighted for its authentic representation of the indie rock sound of the early ’90s.
Even the Odd continues to be appreciated by fans of the genre, with its timeless quality and emotional resonance ensuring its place in indie rock history.
Given the sheer ubiquity of his production/engineering work throughout the 1980s, one is under the surreal impression that Mitch Easter cloned himself to tend to the scores of projects that fell into his lap. Sure, there was REM, Game Theory, and his own Let’s Active, but there were a lot of worthy also-rans too like upstate New York’s Even the Odd.
This self titled collection isn’t flush with wall-to-wall Richenbackers, but nevertheless there’s still a quotient of jangly vibes informing the trio’s penchant for straightforward guitar pop, a la Crowded House and early Marshall Crenshaw. Easter not only engineered this affair, he contributed six-strings to ‘Cos You’re Here,’ while his Let’s Active cohort Angie Carlson sings backing vocals on a couple tracks to boot. All in all Even the Odd is a winning set, though not particularly revelatory.
Even the Odd by Even the Odd stands as a testament to the indie rock movement of the early ’90s, offering a mix of melodic hooks, introspective lyrics, and a willingness to explore new musical directions. This self-titled album remains a significant piece of the band’s legacy and the broader indie rock landscape.
Wanga Records 1989
Brand new, sealed in the factory plastic
Track Listing
Drowning man
What it means to lie
Fool in the dark
Mendietta
Spilled milk
One x one
Cos you’re here
Red tape
I’ll wait
Devil’s breed
