tim kasher: the game Of monogamy

Although I have always considered The Good Life as Tim Kasher’s solo project, the recently released The Game Of Monogamy is actually Kasher’s first solo album. By now, his music has become a comfort sound for me—whether it is Cursive, The Good Life, or this solo record—his voice, style and lyrics have become very recognizable and familiar. In his solo debut, Kasher once again demonstrates his ability to write extremely entertaining songs/tell engaging stories. As usual, his dark and pessimistic lyrics are balanced off by wittiness and sarcasm. The Game Of Monogamy begins with a nice and soothing string section before suddenly hitting you with a brink that is "A Grown Man"—a brutally straightforward song about traditional expectations of being an adult in North America. In this case, the expectation of being in a committed relationship is explored throughout the album as we follow the struggle and downfall of a relationship. The Game Of Monogamy is really the best of both worlds—it has the gentle and honestly of The Good Life while the aggression and intensity of Cursive. The lyrics are exceptional and the music is wonderfully dramatic!

A Grown Man [wicked-cool song]
I'm Afraid I'm Gonna Die Here



visit Tim Kasher's MySpace here
by The Game Of Monogamy here