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Live at Independent Records
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Live at Independent Records

Imagine Dragons

April 20, 2013 · KIDinaKORNER

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This isn't the Imagine Dragons of Super Bowl halftimes and arena pyrotechnics.

Live at Independent Records captures the band at a pivotal, human scale, just days before Night Visions catapulted them into the stratosphere. The massive, floor-shaking percussion of their studio work is replaced by gentle acoustic strumming and hand-played rhythms, transforming their anthems into something resembling indie-folk. It feels like a private conversation held in the back of a crowded room.

Moments Worth Listening For
The moment Dan Reynolds' voice cracks slightly during It's Time, revealing the physical toll of his recent surgery.
The transition from the massive studio stomp of Radioactive to a delicate, guitar-driven arrangement that emphasizes the lyrics.
The audible intimacy of the small Denver crowd singing along in hushed tones during the chorus of Demons.
Where This Album DepartsEach spoke is a trait. The orange shape shows where this album pulls away from — or holds to — the rest of the artist’s catalogue. Tap for more.

How does Live at Independent Records sound next to the rest of Imagine Dragons's catalogue?

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Coffee Shop+4.0σ

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