Gumbo72203 Posted November 22, 2015 Share Posted November 22, 2015 With most new releases - especially the ones that take forever to get pressed on vinyl and arrive on my doorstep - I do my best to not overplay the leaks or MP3s, if I'm going to listen beforehand. Just a preference of mine. New Bermuda was difficult because it's so easy to revisit and has so many nuances that shine with repeated listens. I'm not as adamant about wanting to listen to it everyday, but there's no way I could've held off if it wasn't for that tour variant. Not singling you out or accusing you of doing so, but I just find it funny [and annoying] whenever anyone is so quick to proclaim something as "album of the year" or "the pinnacle of this band's work", only to come back a month later, shrugging and boasting that they're "over it". I've seen it a lot over the years and I guess it just perplexes me. Maybe I'm just more reserved with my opinions and initial impressions. You should be really happy with your order whenever it shows up, especially if you opted for a deluxe jacket / U.S. press. Hmmm.... if you remember, I was more or less stating that this record does not stand up to Sunbather It's definitely a great record, but for me.... Sunbather > New Bermuda. I mean I like this album, its definitely good... but Sunbather, man. SUNBATHER. But yeah, I get what you're saying. My "I'm over it" was more in the way of "Okay, I'm not even really interested in exploring this album any more because my excitement over it's release has abated." Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
problemchild Posted November 23, 2015 Share Posted November 23, 2015 Wait, so you're waiting for the vinyl to come before you listen to it in your car? Que? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rip Posted November 23, 2015 Share Posted November 23, 2015 Wait, so you're waiting for the vinyl to come before you listen to it in your car? Que? If I have a copy of an album coming that I haven't listened to before, I almost always wait until I've listened to my vinyl copy before my digital in the car. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
radiatorhums Posted November 23, 2015 Share Posted November 23, 2015 If I have a copy of an album coming that I haven't listened to before, I almost always wait until I've listened to my vinyl copy before my digital in the car. I always wait unless I'm seeing the band before my LP is going to show up. Then I just want to be more familiar with the new material before I see them. That's a pretty rare case, but it happens occasionally. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daegor Posted November 23, 2015 Share Posted November 23, 2015 Artist First confirmed they're shipping the US pressing, so I'll just wait Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sad Heart Posted November 23, 2015 Share Posted November 23, 2015 I usually wait to get the record in the mail if I've ordered one before I listen to a download / stream / leak. Given I still don't have a physical copy of New Bermuda, and new how long the delays were, I downloaded the 24bit version (which sounds incredible). I already love this album more than Sunbather, because it's an entirely different album. It's not Sunbather 2.0, which is a good thing. The mastering is better, the quality is better, the music is more fine tuned and diverse. It's growing on me a lot faster than Sunbather did. For some reason it took me a good while to get into the previous album, but their new work just seems more accessible for my taste. All in all, this album is definitely in my top 10 for the year. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BWALL Posted November 24, 2015 Share Posted November 24, 2015 Yeah this album resonated with me way more than Sunbather. The last show on Saturday was a real treat since New Bermuda was played in full. Both my friends who I took came away impressed with the band since like me Sunbather didn't do a lot for them. Top 3 release for me this year. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
parkinglot Posted November 24, 2015 Share Posted November 24, 2015 I also got into this record faster, but I think it's because Sunbather was pretty much my first experience with "black metal" (or whatever sub-sub-genre you prefer to call it), so it warmed me up to the genre. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rooks Posted November 24, 2015 Share Posted November 24, 2015 I still don't really like Sunbather at all, but I play New Bermuda almost every day. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
radiatorhums Posted November 24, 2015 Share Posted November 24, 2015 I find myself listening to this less frequently than I did Roads and Sunbather when they were released. It's a very good album, it just doesn't seem to resonate with me the same as the previous two did. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gumbo72203 Posted November 25, 2015 Share Posted November 25, 2015 I find myself listening to this less frequently than I did Roads and Sunbather when they were released. It's a very good album, it just doesn't seem to resonate with me the same as the previous two did. Same with me. Roads and Sunbather are just more my bag for what Deafheaven offers. New Bermuda is a great record, but I want more of that blackgaze sound from them. They do it SO well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fadednovelty Posted November 25, 2015 Share Posted November 25, 2015 I want more of that blackgaze sound from them. They do it SO well. i agree with this, ive listened to new bermuda a fair amount, and tried to get into it i just dont think its as good, this thread has inspired me to give it another listen though what i liked about the first two records, and the demo, is that i was into it the first listen. those catchy ass riffs made it for me Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fadednovelty Posted November 25, 2015 Share Posted November 25, 2015 ok theres some solid riffs on here, maybe i do like this more than i thought im still skipping around though. i need to drive somewhere and just listen to the whole thing while doing so then ill really get a feel for it, instead of having 4 tabs open online Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
helsabot Posted November 25, 2015 Share Posted November 25, 2015 This record is EVERYTHING. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sad Heart Posted November 25, 2015 Share Posted November 25, 2015 This thread is always good for a laugh. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deer Posted November 25, 2015 Share Posted November 25, 2015 I think this band is okay. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SunsetDramaKing17 Posted November 25, 2015 Share Posted November 25, 2015 I actually think this record is a masterpiece. And I "appreciated" Sunbather more than liked it. But after listening to this, I actually love Sunbather now. This record has so much less filler though, and I think the riffs and drumming are just amazing. Just my 2 cents.. Vince Ives 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fadednovelty Posted November 29, 2015 Share Posted November 29, 2015 This thread is always good for a laugh. mine: 8========D yours:8=D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eclipsical Posted December 2, 2015 Share Posted December 2, 2015 Well, after two months or so listening to this on shitty headphones and/or in my car via my iPhone, I finally got the physical record today. I must say, I got the US pressing on the translucent purple vinyl, and it is superb. The "clean" parts are pristine, and the "dirty" parts are raw and sinister as hell. Great recording and vinyl pressing. You can really tell the band went into the studio and knew how they wanted this record to sound, and how to achieve that sound. Really impressed with how they grew from Sunbather to this record. Not saying it's better, or even that I like it more, just that you really can tell they have grown, and as a fan, I appreciate that they are moving forward and are not clinging to the record that gave them so much critical acclaim and praise. Anyway. [/gumborant] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tetsuodaironman Posted December 2, 2015 Share Posted December 2, 2015 The only thing I hate about this record is that you have to flip the fucking record after EVERY TRACK. Of course side D fits the last two tracks... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
throughbeingcruel Posted December 2, 2015 Share Posted December 2, 2015 Every time I see this thread bumped, I crave this album. wellnow 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
helsabot Posted December 2, 2015 Share Posted December 2, 2015 Really impressed with how they grew from Sunbather to this record. Not saying it's better, or even that I like it more, just that you really can tell they have grown, and as a fan, I appreciate that they are moving forward and are not clinging to the record that gave them so much critical acclaim and praise. I totally agree Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Derek™ Posted December 2, 2015 Share Posted December 2, 2015 I also agree. Eclipsical is right on the money with that quote, above. Couldn't really have said it better myself. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
monsterrod Posted December 2, 2015 Share Posted December 2, 2015 So according to George Lesage's Instagram the deluxe pre-orders are finally in and are finally shipping. I assume this is in reference to the Anti- pressings. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jhulud Posted December 2, 2015 Share Posted December 2, 2015 on DFHVN's FB: GOOD NEWS: For those who pre-ordered the deluxe version of New Bermuda, we have received them and they are currently en route to you. We have been just as frustrated with the set backs and unfortunately, they were happening at a level that was simply out of our or Anti's control. We appreciate your patience! We're very excited to share this with you. It is easily the most thorough packaging we've ever done. The gatefold, double LP has a very physical, three-level embossed cover with a high gloss finish that comes with a detachable obi strip of the name and title, which are printed in "oil slick" foil lettering. The interior is matte black with the lyrics and additional information printed in gloss. It was a long wait, but one we hope was very worth it. We hope you enjoy and thank you again for your support. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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