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Shearwater’s romanticism is perfectly reflected in the opening thirty seconds of the album. Before even a note is played, a profound tribal song, reminiscent of a prayer, greets the listener. This prologue segues into the first track, “Meridian,” which continues to be a testament to the group’s talent. Shearwater expertly create a rich texture through guitar and multiple percussive instruments, including bells, while Meiberg lyrically juxtaposes the peaceful ocean with violent warfare. Cymbal rushes wash powerfully over the listener, simultaneously invoking the sound of ocean waves and exploding...
...often the remaining tracks fail to distinguish themselves from where the album started. The once fresh and complexly layered sounds quickly become stale and pedantic. “Hidden Lakes,” to take just one example, maintains an aura that is reminiscent of “Meridian,” which primarily derives from Meiberg’s unchanging singing style and the repetitive nature of the underlying music. Not only is the lack of variety monotonous, it also detracts from the merits of each individual song, as each seems incapable of saying anything original...
Fast Facts: • Born April 9, 1947, in Meridian, Miss. His family lived 50 miles away in Walnut Grove, but the small town lacked a hospital. Grew up in Columbus, Ga. (Read "The Rise and Sudden Fall of Bank of America's Ken Lewis...
...would like my headstone to read, 'He always tried to do the right thing.'" -(Meridian magazine...
...universally respected for his intellect, honesty, and ability to articulate the issues, plus he is not a compromiser of principles." -Nevada federal judge Lloyd D. George (Meridian magazine...