The Midnight Organ Fight

Another of 2008's many fantastic albums, The Midnight Organ Fight by Frightened Rabbit was vastly overlooked and under-appreciated by many, including myself. I picked up a copy sometime last Spring but never listened to it, not being particularly fond of their first effort Sing The Greys. On the first listen, I found all of the songs pretty catchy, but as it wasn't that new, experimental, or different, I didn't give it much thought. But now, almost a year after its release, I find that I can't stop listening to it.
The album is a perfect example of the popular trend of Scottish indie rock (a genre I don't even care for all that much); nothing more, nothing less. The difference here is that it's done to perfection. The song-writing is incredible and every track is solid, catchy, and just really enjoyable to listen to. There's nothing wrong with staying in the confines of tradition like this album does, as long as the product is quality. The Midnight Organ Fight, using a euphemism for sex as its title, is an album about relationships. The lyrics are simple and heartfelt (though at times vulgar.) Scott Hutchison's Scottish accent croons over the folk-infused rock music, showing a wide range of emotion especially on tracks like "The Modern Leper" and "Keep Yourself Warm." There's so much variety, ranging from the upbeat excellence of "I Feel Better" and "The Twist" to the soft, bittersweet sentimentality of "Poke" and "Floating In The Forth." Just put away any preconceived notions of this genre, this band, and this album and give it a listen. It's easy to appreciate it for what it is.