there's something really lovely and intimate here. it's the story of a relationship told in answering machine messages. there's ups and downs and sloppy covers of indie songs that feel really authentic to trying to learn a song bc someone you like likes it. the original songs are really darling too. "I hope... I hope this never ends."

For several months before and during quarantine I became obsessed with listening to this and its sister album of the same title, listening for the differences in lyrics and meaning, and pouring over the genius page for references. Famous Prophets represents, I think, the most salient difference between the two albums, and this updated version is truly mesmerizing. "We've got to go back."

For several months before and during quarantine I became obsessed with listening to this and its sister album of the same title, listening for the differences in lyrics and meaning, and pouring over the genius page for references. While I ultimately came away with my favorite track of the duo being the 2018 version of Famous Prophets, the reason I appreciate that song and others so much is because of the earlier drafts heard here. "And after the fire, a sound of sheer silence."