As you write, Kingdom of Mustang's lyrics are more clear in the mix. I've found that a very large percentage of indie bands these days bury their vocals in the mix and have me deciphering the lyrics. I'm a prose and poetry writer. Lyrics are just as important to me as melody. I remember that Nirvana's lyrics were initially difficult for my classic rock ears to hear. Now, Nirvana's words are just as clear as Foreigner's!
The Nirvana to Foreigner continuum! I've always found the "lyric fan" vs. "music fan" divide interesting. I mean, I assume most fans love both, but might lean slightly one way or another. I generally fall for a song's overall vibe first. Does it strike something inside of me? Then I dig in from there.
As you write, Kingdom of Mustang's lyrics are more clear in the mix. I've found that a very large percentage of indie bands these days bury their vocals in the mix and have me deciphering the lyrics. I'm a prose and poetry writer. Lyrics are just as important to me as melody. I remember that Nirvana's lyrics were initially difficult for my classic rock ears to hear. Now, Nirvana's words are just as clear as Foreigner's!
The Nirvana to Foreigner continuum! I've always found the "lyric fan" vs. "music fan" divide interesting. I mean, I assume most fans love both, but might lean slightly one way or another. I generally fall for a song's overall vibe first. Does it strike something inside of me? Then I dig in from there.
I'm not a dance or club music fan at all. I never have the urge to dance. Maybe that explains my slight preference for lyrics over melody and beat.
Half the records to which I listen, the vocals are muddled or buried in the mix. I like the label to include the lyrics in the package.