Rock Opera
The Decemberists 'Hazards of Love'
Posted February 25th, 2010 by kevsterA truly lovely record, 'Hazards of Love' brings the rock opera format bang up to date. Drawing on influences as diverse as Emerson, Lake & Palmer, The Incredible String Band and Fairport Convention, this record tells the tale of a maiden knocked up by a shape–shifting beast who may be her future husband. There's also a psychotic queen and three revenge–seeking ghost kids to keep a look out for.
Grab a seat in front of the fire, stoke your Meerschaum pipe and take a trip.