‘The Suburbs’ marks return to normal for Arcade Fire
By Joe Skoog ’13
THE ROUNDUP
Canadian indie rock act Arcade Fire has been one of the most influential groups of the past decade and continues to inspire with their latest release “The Suburbs.”
Their debut album, “Funeral,” was widely regarded as one of the best albums of the last 10 years.
Their dedicated fan base and arena filling indie music has turned them into the poster children for the indie rock scene.
Their second album, “Neon Bible,” was not as well received as their first. The album was bogged down by overly dramatic arrangements and political messages ruined some potentially beautiful songs.