I got the latest Okkervil River CD, The Stand Ins, last month. I pre-ordered it and it arrived (with a couple of fun bonus posters) when it was released on line on the 9/9. Initially, I wasn't a big fan. There aren't any songs that just jumped out and grabbed me like Westfall or Plus Ones.
Now that I've had it for a while, I enjoy it and a few songs are standouts (I particularly like Long Coastlines and Singer Songwriter). But, it isn't as strong as The Stage Names or Don't Fall In Love With Everyone You See. I really do like the spooky cover - perfect for the Halloween season.
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