Ready, Able

Album: Veckatimest (2009)
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Songfacts®:

  • This synth-y opus is one of four songs on Veckatimest to feature string arrangements by the classical composer Nico Muhly. Founding member Ed Droste told. Rolling Stone: "Nico was extremely receptive to doing what we wanted and not overly precious about it."

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  • Roy from Granbania, MaThis song has a very interesting claymation music video. It's actually rather creepy, but the artistic side of it is so impressive and unique that it compliments the music nicely.
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