I didn’t get a chance to talk about Death Cab’s new record much because we were traveling, but I did want to point out a few things.  The album is good, but not their best.  I will say this; it takes me a few listens for their albums to grow on me and I have only listened through the whole thing four or five times.  With that being said, here’s my top songs on the new record in the order that I think they deserve.

1. Cath… -
Ben Gibbard is a brilliant writer but this is the best verse on the entire record in my opinion: 
Cath…
She stands with a well intentioned man
But she can’t relax with his hand on the small of her back
As the flashbulbs burst she holds a smile
Like someone would hold a crying child

Brilliant!

2. The Ice Is Getting Thinner 
3. Bixby Canyon Bridge
4. Your New Twin Sized Bed 

Now here’s the deal though.  Most people think that Death Cab have only made two records.  If you are one of those people allow me to recommend some  amazing listening.  First of all, in my opinion the best Death Cab record, hands down, no questions, is The Photo Album.  If the song “Styrofoam Plates” doesn’t wreck you I don’t know what will.  Easily one of their best songs.  Also the album Transatlanticism is a must have.  They have a few other records but those are the two worth checking out if you haven’t.

Here’s my top Death Cab songs if you are interested. 

10. Title And Registration (Transatlanticism)
9. Why You’d Want To Live Here (The Photo Album)
8. We Laugh Indoors (The Photo Album)
7. Information Travels Faster (The Photo Album)
6. The Ice Is Getting Thinner (Narrow Stairs)
5. Brothers On A Hotel Bed (Plans)
4. Cath… (Narrow Stairs)
3. What Sarah Said (Plans)
2. I Will Follow You Into The Dark (Plans)
1. Styrofoam Plates (The Photo Album