The Hunts released their sophomore album, \u201cDarlin\u2019 Oh Darlin\u2019\u201d on Feb. 20, over two years after the release of their first album, \u201cThose Younger Days.\u201d The highly anticipated second album brings a new take to a comfortingly familiar sound.<\/p>\n
Junior Jerred Shepherd said he began listening to The Hunts last year after they performed at Harding and \u201cThose Younger Days\u201d quickly became one of his favorite albums.<\/p>\n
\u201cI\u2019ve listened to their first album countless times,\u201d Shepherd said. \u201cI love their unique style and upbeat sound \u2026 Their first album is one of my go-to\u2019s whenever I\u2019m studying or driving.\u201d<\/p>\n
At first listen, \u201cDarlin\u2019 Oh Darlin\u2019\u201d sounds almost indiscernible from \u201cThose Younger Days.\u201d With an overall wistful and whimsical sound to the alternative folk music, the songs almost seem to run together. The tracks vary in tempo and tone, but the overall feel of the album seems consistent with their previous works.<\/p>\n
With further examination, however, one may feel a stronger appreciation for their musical growth. The sound is more refined, with greater variance in slower musical motifs. The band has also clearly honed their skills as songwriters and lyricists. Jessi Kinstler and Jenni Dowl, twin sisters and the oldest members of The Hunts, each had their first children leading up to the release of \u201cDarlin\u2019 Oh Darlin.\u2019\u201d The personal maturation and new experiences of the family band seem to have influenced their subject matter. There is a deeper sense of love; there is a strength that was missing before.<\/p>\n
\u201cI would say \u2018Darlin\u2019 Oh Darlin\u2019\u2019 is just as good as their last album,\u201d Shepherd said. \u201cThey keep the style of music that I enjoy so much without letting it go stale. I\u2019ll definitely be listening to this album non-stop for the next few weeks.\u201d<\/p>\n
Senior Sara Roibal said \u201cDarlin\u2019 Oh Darlin\u2019\u201d surprised her with its power.<\/p>\n
\u201cEvery song in this new album has an incredible build-up to an emotional peak, which is cause for a roller coaster of emotions,\u201d Roibal said. \u201cIt actually connects with me on an even deeper level than the first, which was a complete surprise.\u201d<\/p>\n
Established fans of The Hunts will likely enjoy this new installment. There is a balance of growth and familiarity that hits the sweet spot many artists tend to miss. If you are not a listener of The Hunt\u2019s already, give \u201cDarlin\u2019 Oh Darlin\u2019\u201d a chance<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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