Compared to last year's "Dark Dark Woods," this record is a fuller, lusher brand of indie rock for fans of anything from Elliot Smith to Colour Revolt.
Frank Schweikhardt fits perfectly on the XRA roster, bringing a slow and minimalist acoustic sound that melds perfectly with his soft baritone. It’s like a stripped down Iron & Wine and a solo Husband&Wife mixed with a non-Cynical David Bazan.
Alexander the Great move forward like their namesake, taking more ground than expected and showing acute skill and maturity in their delivery of these 12 indie rock tunes.