A Nice Video by Peter Bjorn & John / Living Thing

One of my favorite videos of the year so far, "Nothing To Worry About" is definitely worth a look. I can't tell if PB&J are mocking, admiring, or merely observing the Japanese Rockabilly revival scene, but I know that I like whatever it is they are doing. "Living Thing," their new album, was somewhat of a letdown for me, but I appreciate the creativity and bravery PB&J have demonstrated in crafting their own 808's and Heartbreaks. More low-key, fewer guitars, more minor-key singing.

One of the most underrated songs on this album is "Stay This Way". It starts off much like some of the other tracks on the album. Minimalism, bizarre percussion clanks and finger snaps. But towards the end of the song, Peter Moren once again demonstrates his neck for creating ear-worms that won't leave you, despite your direst efforts to get the tune out of your head.

"Stay This Way" is a prime example that PB&J are capable of such a transformation [away from "Writer's Block," their stellar previous record]. If only "Lay It Down" was the blueprint for the rest of the album.

Anyways, below there is a video for "Nothing To Worry About" that I really like. But wait, there is more. Below that video, is another of the Japanese Rockabilly scene that I hope you find interesting. I don't know how they found these guys.



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