Atlanta based Deerhunter first gained notoriety for its intense sound and Stickfigure-like frontman (Bradford Cox). After a sloppy debut, the band released Cryptograms to fairly mixed reviews. The experimental aspect of the album was overwhelming but there was a definite talent that could be observed with that release. Then last year things came together nicely as they embraced a more pop-oriented stance and issued Microcastle proving that the band was finally clicking on all cylinders and fulfilling their initial talent. Well, just to keep the creative juices flowing, Deerhunter has released a 5 song, 15 minutes long EP entitled Rainwater Cassette Exchange. And it is a beautiful little release. Each song segues nicely into the next finally culminating in the awesome closer "Circulation." Channeling a kind of dream-pop vibe ("Game of Diamonds"), the band has further distanced themselves from the sonic/distortion/feedback formula of a few years ago and mastered a new sound based on more traditional pop arrangements (lyrics are excellent and distinguishable) and top notch production. And it's a better situation for all involved; that is Deerhunter themselves and the listener.
4.3/5.0
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