Broken Spindles Inside/Absent
Published Nov 01, 2005
Joel Peterson, also known as the bassist for the Faint, takes an artistic step forward in his latest endeavour under the Broken Spindles guise. This third release achieves a mellow, unassuming sound with Petersons goal this time around being to present music that speaks honestly. Kicking off the album is a detached piano solo entitled "Inward, setting the mood for a subconsciously attacking listening experience. Petersons work is raw and voyeuristic, giving us a glimpse into the soul of an artist trying to cope with everyday frustrations. From the gentle anguish of "This is an Introduction to the simple synth-driven "Painted Boy Face, Peterson reinforces his stylish presence through a mixture of low-key and high tempo tracks. "Please Dont Remember This takes us into the realm of breathy vocals and upbeat electronics. "Anniversary takes us into a more sorrow-filled realm that climaxes with a beautifully bizarre transition from depressing to frantic. Fans of the Fulfilled/Complete album will likely have difficulty adjusting to Petersons change of pace. The results of his progressions, however, are equally pleasurable.
(Saddle Creek)