What's The Story?
For those who aren't heavy fans, Sebastien Grainger is the voice behind Death From Above 1979. Ways to Come Home is from his band's EP American Names.
Who's To Blame?
Charlie Bravo Charlie Radio Three.
Why ♥ It?
I won't lie, I sought out Grainger's post-DFA work looking for more of that pure energy dance punk with his signature wailing vocals. What I found, however, was some low-key alt/folk rock with vocals like the tamer parts of Black History Month.
The song leads in with a couple seconds of a clean vocal note from Grainger, which kicks in the genuine, unprocessed guitar and percussion. Soon, a fuzzy synth sound enters. That's about it, and this laid back mood pervades the entire song. Aside from the occasional high-energy cathartic outburst (used nearer to the end), the whole thing is absolutely chill.
Especially noteworthy are some of the bridges (see 1:17), where there are a few bars of background vocals and catchy leads outside the main body of the song. These don't disrupt the serene mood, just refresh from it to switch it up and keep things novel.
There are ways to come home, as Grainger proved by reuniting with Jesse Keeler to bring back their high octane dance punk magic earlier this year. However, when you need a come-down from all that testosterone, this track will be waiting.
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